Lions host Kareem Hunt for free-agent visit amid backfield adjustments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
On August 25, the Detroit Lions hosted free-agent running back Kareem Hunt for a visit. With David Montgomery traded to the Houston Texans, Jahmyr Gibbs is set to lead the Lions' backfield, supported by Isaiah Pacheco. Hunt's visit comes as the Lions consider their running back depth, though he may not be a priority addition. Hunt's performance with the Chiefs last season included 163 carries for 611 yards and eight touchdowns, as well as 143 receiving yards.
- •Kareem Hunt visited the Lions on August 25.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs is expected to be the lead back for Detroit.
- •David Montgomery was traded to the Texans earlier this offseason.
- •Hunt had 611 rushing yards and eight touchdowns last season.
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"This is an interesting free agent for the Lions to bring in.
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