Running back Isiah Pacheco is dealing with an injury to his ribs after the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day.
Will Pacheco’s condition affect his ability to play in Kansas City’s final regular season game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, January 5?
Isiah Pacheco injury update
Pacheco did not participate in any of the Chiefs’ practice sessions this week and is officially designated as OUT for Kansas City’s matchup against the Broncos.
How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?
The Chiefs will be resting their starters in Sunday’s regular-season finale. As such, Pacheco is expected to miss Kansas City’s Week 18 game but is likely to return to his starting role when the playoffs begin later this month.
Chiefs RB depth chart
Veteran rusher Samaje Perine and rookie tailback Carson Steele are set to lead the Chiefs on the ground on Sunday when Kansas City squares off against Denver.
