Chiefs to start rookie running back Isiah Pacheco Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, right, celebrates after running back Isiah Pacheco (10) scored a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

by: Mike Coutee

Posted: Oct 23, 2022 / 10:00 AM CDT

Updated: Oct 23, 2022 / 10:03 AM CDT

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — According to NFL Network Ian Rapoport, the Kansas City Chiefs will be making a change at the running back position and will start rookie Isaiah Pacheco.

Rapoport mentioned that Pacheco received first-team reps during practices this week but is still expected to use Clyde Edwards-Helaire in Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers.

This season, Pacheco averages 4.8 yards per carries, 149 rushing yards on 31 rushing attempts, and one touchdown.

Pacheco was drafted by the Chiefs in the seventh round from Rutgers.

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