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Is Isiah Pacheco playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs RB

Starting running back Isiah Pacheco was absent from the Kansas City Chiefs lineup from Weeks 3-12 while listed on injured reserve.

Is his condition still a concern ahead of the Chiefs tilt against the Houston Texans in Week 16?

Isiah Pacheco injury update

In Week 2 Pacheco fractured his leg while playing against the Cincinnati Bengals.

After taking the necessary time to heal, he returned to practicing with the team in November and made his comeback against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13.

How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?

He is not expected to miss any more time this season due to his leg injury from Week 2. Pacheco’s will be available in Week 16.

Chiefs RB depth chart

Kareem Hunt took over the starting running back spot in Pacheco’s absence. Now that Pacheco is active again, he and Hunt are sharing carries in Kansas City’s backfield alongside veteran Samaje Perine and rookie Carson Steele.

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