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Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Is Isiah Pacheco's Chiefs Starting Role In Jeopardy?
Is Isiah Pacheco's Chiefs Starting Role In Jeopardy? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Life comes at you fast in the NFL, and Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco is finding that out now. After two superb seasons to start his career that saw Pacheco rush for over 800 yards and at least five touchdowns in both years, a leg injury last season hampered him and is now a big reason why some see him as under pressure to perform. Advertisement Why? A host of reasons, with the biggest being that Isiah will be playing on the final year of his rookie deal, and the other is the competition with Elijah Mitchell and rookie Brashard Smith making up the depth chart. Now, is wondering how the season might shake out for Pacheco if he doesn't hit the ground running early this upcoming season. "The injury bug derailed Isiah Pacheco's third season," wrote. "The Chiefs RB suffered a fractured fibula in Week 2, and when he returned, he didn't appear to be the same angry runner down the stretch of the Chiefs' regular season and playoff run. Pacheco has bulked up to 216 pounds, just like how he entered the NFL. "Meanwhile, the Chiefs took a flier in the draft by selecting Brashard Smith out of SMU in the seventh round. Pacheco will hope he can have an impact just like his first two seasons in the league, but if he has a slow start, Smith, along with Kareem Hunt and Elijah Mitchell, could take some snaps from the electric RB1." Advertisement Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images As training camp gets underway in the next few weeks, Pacheco will be the starter for head coach/play-caller Andy Reid, and it will be up to the four-year veteran to stay there. While there could be a thought that Pacheco could get overtaken in the regular season if he doesn't produce, the same could be said in training camp, too. All it would take is for Mitchell or Smith, or even Hunt, to showcase something that catches the coaching staff's attention, and now we have a conversation about the pecking order. Pacheco was the bona fide starter for two seasons and produced well. However, now, after an injury and entering a contract year, it appears the pressure is on the Super Bowl winner more than ever to ensure he remains the starter. Advertisement Related: Chiefs Urged To Sign Veteran Competition for Camp Related: Chiefs' Receiver Depth Chart Key 'Storyline' Of Training Camp This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
03-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 25, RB Elijah Mitchell
The Kansas City Chiefs signed veteran running back Elijah Mitchell on March 12, 2025. Mitchell began his career in professional football with the San Francisco 49ers, who selected him with the No. 194 pick in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL draft. Though he has only made 12 starts through his first three regular-season campaigns, Mitchell has rushed for 1523 yards and nine touchdowns, with an additional 158 yards gained and one touchdown scored as a receiver in the passing game. Despite his successes in San Francisco, Mitchell should not be expected to push Isiah Pacheco for the starting spot in Kansas City's offensive backfield next season. What jersey number does Elijah Mitchell wear? Elijah Mitchell currently dons the No. 25 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs, a number he shares with rookie defensive back Glendon Miller. How much money will Elijah Mitchell make in 2025? According to Mitchell will receive a base salary of $1,400,000 in addition to a prorated signing bonus of $250,000 and a per-game roster bonus of $750,000 in 2025. Top Elijah Mitchell highlight
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 25, DB Glendon Miller
The Kansas City Chiefs signed rookie safety Glendon Miller after the 2025 NFL draft. A former Maryland Terrapin, Miller will face strong headwinds in his effort to crack Kansas City's 53-man roster next season, but his potential as a developmental prospect shouldn't be underrated. Advertisement In five seasons with the Terrapins, Miller tallied 100 combined tackles, seven interceptions, and two fumble recoveries. Fans should keep their eyes on Miller when Chiefs Training Camp begins in St. Joseph, Missouri, later this month. What jersey number does Glendon Miller wear? NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 30: Glendon Miller #13 of the Maryland Terrapins intercepts the ball against the Auburn Tigers in the second half of the TransPerfect Music City Bow at Nissan Stadium on December 30, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by) Glendon Miller currently wears the No. 25 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs, which he shares with veteran running back Elijah Mitchell. How much money will Glendon Miller make in 2025? Nov 16, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins defensive back Glendon Miller (1) celebrates during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images According to Miller will receive a base salary of $840,000 in addition to a prorated signing bonus of $6,666 in 2025. His total cap number next season will be $846,666. Top Glendon Miller highlight This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 25, DB Glendon Miller
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce Turns Heads With Dramatic Physical Transformation
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce Turns Heads With Dramatic Physical Transformation originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Though the Kansas City Chiefs' season ended in painful disappointment in February's 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX, analysts are hesitant to write them off in 2025. Advertisement Though KC traded away All-Pro guard Joe Thuney, and lost defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton, safety Justin Reid, and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in free agency, Patrick Mahomes is still the quarterback, the team signed Elijah Mitchell to backup running back Isiah Pacheco, both Rashee Rice and Marquise Brown are expected to return healthy, and tight end Travis Kelce is coming back for his 13th season. Kelce's return was arguably the biggest news of the NFL offseason, as many expected him to ride off into the sunset with girlfriend Taylor Swift following a bitter Super Bowl loss and failed attempt to three-peat as Super Bowl champs. Though he'll be 36 in a few months, Kelce is expected to still be a featured part of the Chiefs' offense next season, and how he's spent his offseason has been a big topic of conversation. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce at Arrowhead Medley-Imagn Images Kelce has been feverishly hitting the gym since the season ended, and ESPN's Jeremy Fowler recently revealed that Kelce has dropped a significant amount of weight through his offseason training. Advertisement 'The Chiefs knew that Kelce was going to be gone this week,' Fowler stated. 'He's expected back for minicamp, he'll address the media, be on the practice field, all that fun stuff. He will debut a bit of a slimmer look. He's told people close to him that he's lost about 25 pounds this offseason. He played a little heavier in 2024, was sort of a thing, he vowed to change it and he has. 'As we talked about before, this could be the last dance here for him, mid-30s, still a productive player, they want to go to him on third down, but [his skills are] declining a little bit, so he's trying to be slimmer and has gone hardcore this offseason to make it work in what could be his final season.' The 10-time Pro Bowler, who was listed at 250 pounds last season, has made good on his promise to come back in 2025 in 'the best shape' of his career. A slimmer, quicker Kelce is good news for the Chiefs, and fans took to social media to express their excitement about Kelce's physical transformation. Advertisement 'So where are all the trolls that were saying Travis Kelce wasn't putting in the work? Because he's been in his own lab slimming down and it's so satisfying. That's my GOAT of tight ends and the Chiefs! 🐐🔥🏆❤️💛,' one fan wrote. 'Trav about to help the chiefs back the Superbowl and maybe even take a MVP award with him. Sucks to be the NFL teams defense that will have to try and cover him lol,' another fan added. 'A slimmer Travis Kelce is a scary thought for the rest of the league!' a third fan gloated. 'Best shape of his life alert!!!' one user exclaimed. 'I don't want to alarm anyone, but Travis Kelce might be in the best shape of his life 👀' remarked another user. Advertisement Related: This QB Just Dethroned Patrick Mahomes as NFL's Best, Says Top Analyst This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Forbes
29-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Chiefs Veteran Isiah Pacheco Adds Muscle For Contract Year
Isiah Pacheco of the Kansas City Chiefs runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second ... More quarter in the AFC Championship Game. (Photo by) After the final practice of the first week of organized team activities (OTAs), Isiah Pacheco appropriately wore a Rutgers jacket. Through taking online classes, the Kansas City Chiefs running back completed his undergraduate degree from that university. 'It means so much to me and my family,' Pacheco said. 'I'm so blessed.' Another offseason goal for Pacheco was to add weight, following a down year. He broke his right fibula against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week Two of 2024 and was limited to seven games. For the first time in his three years in the NFL, he finished under 4.0 yards per carry (3.7) for the season while rushing for just 310 yards. 'That's what happens when you're dealing with an injury,' Pacheco said. 'And you're just trying to rush back.' During the OTAs Pacheco said he felt 'great,' and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid echoed that description. 'He looks tremendous right now,' Reid said. 'He's put on a couple of pounds of good weight.' This is a critical year for Pacheco to be at his best. He's in the final season of his four-year, $3.7 million rookie deal with the Chiefs and is slated to be an unrestricted free agent in 2026. The Chiefs added another running back who will also be in a contract year. They signed former San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell to a one-year, $2.5 million, free-agent contract. They also brought back Kareem Hunt (also on a one-year deal) and drafted running back Brashard Smith, a converted wide receiver, to augment their running back room. 'It's a phenomenal room,' Pacheco said. One might not think a seventh-round pick like Smith could make an impact, but Pacheco was drafted in that final round too and went on start 11 games and rush for 830 yards during his rookie year en route to a Super Bowl LVII victory. Through his first three years with the Chiefs, all he's known is Super Bowls. 'To go three times in a row is surreal,' he said. Prior to Super Bowl LIX, Pacheco was officially listed at 216 pounds, but his weight likely was well below that. Though Pacheco declined to answer when asked for his objective as far as total weight for 2025, he returned to his roots, working out at the local YMCA to add muscle. Pacheco grew up in Vineland, N.J., which is 45 minutes away from Philadelphia, and used to root for the Eagles. While lifting weights he understandably saw several other workout warriors wearing Eagles hats. That team, of course, had just defeated the Chiefs, 40-22, in Super Bowl LIX. 'I use it as a big motivation,' Pacheco said. He was also motivated to get his college degree, an impressive achievement for a successful, professional athlete who should not need to put his criminal justice major to use any time soon. 'He wants to make not only himself better for the community but generations to come in his family,' Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said. 'That's special.'
