Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that newly signed running back Kareem Hunt is "going to play" in his season debut in Week 3 against the Tennessee Titans. However, how much Hunt actually plays on Sunday will be determined. The 28-year-old was a popular waiver-wire pickup this week after Nick Chubb went down with a gruesome season-ending knee injury on Monday night. It's unknown what kind of shape Hunt is actually in, but all signs point to the Browns leaning on Jerome Ford as their lead back moving forward. If anything, Hunt will merely be a thorn in Ford's side as he steals valuable touches away, mainly in obvious passing situations on third downs. We wouldn't recommend using Hunt right away as a flex option in PPR leagues in his first game in 2023.
Sep 22, 2023 1:22 PM EST
The Cleveland Browns have signed running back Kareem Hunt to a one-year, $4 million contract. Hunt is no stranger to Cleveland as the 28-year-old spent the previous four seasons with the Browns before the team let him hit free agency last offseason. Even though he was unable to sign on with another team, he fits in well in Cleveland due to his familiarity with the offense. In the wake of Nick Chubb's (knee) season-ending injury, head coach Kevin Stefanski believes Jerome Ford will lead the backfield so Hunt will likely take on a secondary role. It could take some time for Hunt to get back into game shape but he could be valuable in the passing game. He's totaled 211 catches for 1806 yards (8.6 YPC) over his six-year career between the Chiefs and the Browns. Hunt should be rostered in all 12-team formats for now but fantasy managers should take a wait-and-see approach before inserting him into their starting lineups so they can gauge his usage.
Sep 20, 2023 11:13 AM EST
Free-agent running back Kareem Hunt is visiting with the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday, according to a source. It doesn't come as much of a surprise after Nick Chubb suffered a gruesome season-ending knee injury in the Monday night loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2. Hunt has plenty of familiarity with the Browns, too, playing the last four seasons in Cleveland. Fantasy managers may be tempted to run out to the waiver wire and pick up Hunt, but head coach Kevin Stefanski said Jerome Ford will be the team's featured back for now after eclipsing 100 yards rushing when he replaced Chubb on Monday night. However, Hunt could steal valuable touches from Ford eventually if the Browns decide to reunite with the 28-year-old.
Sep 19, 2023 5:12 PM EST
Free agent running back Kareem Hunt has had four offers from different teams over the past few weeks but is waiting for the right one before committing to a team. One of the teams he visited over the summer was the Minnesota Vikings, who recently brought in running back Myles Gaskin. The 28-year-old also previously met with the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts. The former third-round pick could make an impact, should he sign with the right team. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on this situation as the start of the season nears.
Aug 30, 2023 9:09 AM EST
Hunt will visit the Saints this week, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Aug 7, 2023 6:37 AM EST
Hunt, who returned to Sunday's game after being evaluated for a head injury, finished with four carries for 13 yards and caught three of four targets for 15 yards in a 28-14 loss to Pittsburgh in Week 18.
Jan 9, 2023 6:14 AM EST
Hunt (head) returned to Sunday's game against the Steelers, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Jan 8, 2023 12:17 PM EST
Hunt is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers due to a head injury, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.
Jan 8, 2023 11:33 AM EST
Hunt had two carries for zero yards and caught is only target for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Commanders in Week 17.
Jan 2, 2023 5:44 AM EST
Hunt rushed seven times for eight yards and brought in all three targets for 14 yards in the Browns' 17-10 loss to the Saints on Saturday.
Dec 24, 2022 6:30 PM EST
Hunt had four carries for 24 yards and caught his lone target for three yards in Saturday's 13-3 win over the Ravens in Week 15.
Dec 18, 2022 5:53 PM EST
Hunt rushed four times for six yards and caught two of four targets for another six yards in Sunday's 23-10 loss to Cincinnati in Week 14.
Dec 12, 2022 4:49 AM EST
Hunt rushed the ball nine times for 56 yards in Sunday's 27-14 win over the Texans. He added two receptions on three targets for 18 yards.
Dec 4, 2022 7:17 PM EST
Hunt had five carries for 15 yards and caught one of two targets for six yards in Sunday's 23-17 overtime win over Tampa Bay in Week 12.
Nov 27, 2022 5:09 PM EST
Hunt carried five times for 32 yards and caught both of his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Bills in Week 11.
Nov 21, 2022 5:30 AM EST
Hunt rushed six times for nine yards and secured his only target for 10 yards in the Browns' 39-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Nov 13, 2022 3:14 PM EST
Hunt rushed 11 times for 42 yards and caught all four of his targets for 30 yards in Monday's 32-13 win over the Bengals.
Oct 31, 2022 9:07 PM EST
The Browns are willing to trade Hunt prior to Tuesday's deadline, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Oct 30, 2022 3:28 AM EST
Hunt rushed five times for four yards and a touchdown and secured one of two targets for four yards in the Browns' 23-20 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Oct 23, 2022 6:55 PM EST
Hunt rushed four times for 12 yards and did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 38-15 loss to New England in Week 6.
Oct 16, 2022 6:31 PM EST
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