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Kareem Hunt works out with Detroit Lions as free agent

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:55 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Kareem Hunt works out with Detroit Lions as free agent

Summary

Kareem Hunt, the former Kansas City Chiefs running back, worked out with the Detroit Lions on August 25, 2026. Hunt's NFL journey has included a standout rookie season in 2017 and later challenges that led him to be released by the Chiefs. The Lions are evaluating options to strengthen their backfield, which currently features Jahmyr Gibbs and limited depth behind him. If Hunt signs, he would join his former teammate Isiah Pacheco, who is now with the Lions. If that deal does not materialize, a return to the Chiefs remains a possibility.

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•Kareem Hunt visited the Detroit Lions on August 25, 2026.
•Hunt previously played for the Chiefs and has experience as a starting running back.
•The Lions aim to bolster their thin running back group behind Jahmyr Gibbs.
•Hunt might compete with Isiah Pacheco if signed by Detroit.
•A return to the Chiefs could also be on the table for Hunt.

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4:55 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Chiefs Kareem Hunt Works Out With ex-Teammate’s NFC Franchise

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The Kansas City Chiefs‘ running back situation is gearing up to look substantially different than it did in 2025. With the additions of reigning Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, free agent Emari Demercado and rookie fifth round pick Emmett Johnson, it is likely that 2025 seventh round pick Brashard Smith will be the only […] The post Ex-Chiefs Kareem Hunt Works Out With ex-Teammate’s NFC Franchise appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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