Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco is confident that he will be at full strength for the team’s season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 7. Pacheco missed offseason practice due to shoulder and hand surgeries but has been working diligently to regain his fitness. Although he has been limited in practice this week, Pacheco is eager to showcase his abilities once he receives clearance from the coaching staff.
As the Chiefs hold a minicamp primarily for quarterbacks and rookies, Pacheco has been participating while wearing a yellow jersey to signal that he should not be tackled. The exact timeline for his return to full practice has not been disclosed by the team. However, Pacheco remains optimistic and trusts the coaching staff’s plan for his recovery.
Last season, Pacheco emerged as the Chiefs’ leading rusher as a rookie, accumulating 830 yards and scoring five touchdowns. Despite playing through a shoulder injury and breaking his hand in the AFC Championship Game, he displayed resilience and contributed significantly to the team’s Super Bowl victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Pacheco is determined to surpass the 1,000-yard rushing mark this season, a feat that no Chiefs running back has achieved since Kareem Hunt in 2017. He is focused on taking each practice day by day and working towards his goal of making a significant impact on the field.
The Chiefs have expressed confidence in Pacheco’s availability and effectiveness for the upcoming season, opting not to acquire additional running backs through free agency or the draft. With the return of Jerick McKinnon and Clyde Edwards-Helaire, the Chiefs believe they have a strong running back group capable of making an impact on the field.
As Pacheco continues his recovery and prepares for the season opener, he is grateful for the support of the coaching staff and the opportunity to regain his strength. He is determined to show his capabilities and contribute to the Chiefs’ pursuit of another Super Bowl title.
While Pacheco’s full participation in practice is yet to be determined, his positive mindset and dedication to his recovery bode well for his return to the field. Chiefs fans can look forward to seeing Pacheco’s dynamic running style and his potential to reach new heights in the upcoming season.
