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Kareem Hunt

Kareem Hunt is an American professional football running back who has played in the National Football League (NFL) since 2017.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kareem Hunt is an American professional football running back who has played in the National Football League (NFL) since 2017. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round of the 2017 NFL draft and, as of the latest available sources, is with the Chiefs. He played college football at Toledo and has also played for the Cleveland Browns.

Early life and college career

Kareem Hunt was born in Elyria, Ohio, and played college football at the University of Toledo. His college performance led to his selection in the 2017 NFL draft.

NFL career

Hunt entered the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2017 and became a regular running back in the league. He later spent time with the Cleveland Browns before returning to Kansas City.

Recent seasons

Available sources show Hunt on the Chiefs roster in 2025, with ESPN and CBS Sports reporting his 2025 regular-season production. The statistics indicate a role as a short-yardage and rotational back.

Career profile

Hunt is listed at 5 ft 11 in and 216 lb, and is primarily known as a running back. His professional career has included both rushing and receiving contributions.

Key facts

  • Kareem Hunt is an American professional football running back who entered the NFL in 2017.
  • He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round of the 2017 NFL draft.
  • He played college football at Toledo and has also played for the Cleveland Browns.
  • In the 2025 season, he recorded 163 carries for 611 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns, plus one receiving touchdown.
  • As of the latest available sources, he is active with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Canadian context

Hunt has no major Canada-specific connection in the provided sources, but he is part of the NFL, which has a significant Canadian fan base and media coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kareem Hunt?
Kareem Hunt is an American NFL running back who entered the league in 2017 after playing college football at Toledo.
Which team does Kareem Hunt play for?
The latest available sources list him with the Kansas City Chiefs and as an active player.
When was Kareem Hunt drafted?
He was drafted in 2017 by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round, 86th overall.
What are Kareem Hunt's physical measurements?
ESPN lists him at 5 ft 11 in and 216 lb.
What did Kareem Hunt do in the 2025 season?
He recorded 163 carries for 611 rushing yards, eight rushing touchdowns, and one receiving touchdown over 17 regular-season games.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kareem_Hunt
    Supports: NFL debut date, 2025 season statistics, and return to Kansas City Chiefs
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3059915/kareem-hunt
    Supports: Current team, position, birthdate, college, draft details, height/weight, active status, and 2025 statistics
  3. CBS Sports — https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/2079567/kareem-hunt/
    Supports: 2025 season statistics and player bio details
  4. Spotrac — https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/player/_/id/21828/kareem-hunt
    Supports: Draft position and March 2025 one-year contract with Kansas City
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/3059915/kareem-hunt
    Supports: Bio details including active status, team, and draft information