Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Is Headed North to Detroit
The Chiefs are preparing for a team overhaul. During this offseason, the team's star running back, Isiah Pacheco, was set to enter free agency. He has spent the last several years playing with the Chiefs and receiving passes from quarterback Patrick Mahomes. A day after Kenneth Walker III signed with Kansas City, the 27-year-old running back is heading north to play for the Detroit Lions.
Pacheco came into the start of this past NFL season with the same explosive energy that made him a standout early in his career. This running back has always been a strong piece for the Chiefs. Kansas City drafted Pacheco in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Since then, he has been a consistent presence for the team. Pacheco has gone to three Super Bowls and won two in his career. It has only put him on top in the NFL, given his consistently strong performance.
He finished this past season with 118 rushing attempts for 462 yards. He has also contributed in the passing game with 19 receptions for 101 yards, adding versatility to his offensive role. Across all touches, the former seventh-round pick has scored two total touchdowns. His yardage ranks him around the middle of the league among running backs, reflecting both his workload and efficiency. Overall, his statistical contributions show him as a solid dual-threat back who has provided balanced production.
He has always been a star on the field and has done his best to help his team in any way he can. Since the 27-year-old will now be playing with the Lions, they have added a strong piece to their offensive line. The former Chiefs running back has a run with his signature downhill style, attacking gaps with aggression, and showing little hesitation between the tackles. All the coaches he has played for have leaned on him to set the tone for the offense, especially on early downs, as Pacheco has the physicality to help establish rhythm on the field.
Over time, the former seventh-round pick has flashed signs of improved patience and vision. He has allowed blocks to develop before bursting into the second level. His strong start reinforces his role as a key piece of the backfield and a tone-setter for any team he has played for, shaping their offensive identity. The Lions should be looking forward to having Pacheco on their team this upcoming season, and it will prove to be an interesting one for him in a new environment.
