Kareem Hunt Injury News & Updates

Hunt carried the ball 13 times for 59 yards and a touchdown and caught one of two targets for three yards in Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Broncos.

The veteran running back got into the end zone for a third straight game when he punched home a two-yard TD in the third quarter. Hunt's 62 scrimmage yards were also a season high, as he continues to need those touchdowns to keep his fantasy relevance. Through 10 games, he's produced just 419 scrimmage yards but has seven totals TDs, six on the ground and one through the air. Hunt will look to hit paydirt again in Week 12 against the Colts.

Hunt is poised to lead Kansas City's backfield Sunday against the Broncos, as Isiah Pacheco (knee) has been ruled out.

Pacheco will miss a second consecutive game sandwiched around Kansas City's Week 10 bye. In Pacheco's absence, Hunt recorded 55 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 12 touches in Week 9 against the Bills. Brashard Smith will be available in a change-of-pace role but recorded only three carries against Buffalo.

Hunt rushed 11 times for 49 yards and a touchdown while catching one of two targets for six yards in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Bills.

Isiah Pacheco (knee) was unable to suit up after absorbing a big hit last week, opening the door for Hunt to serve as the Chiefs' primary back against the Bills on Sunday. The 29-year-old Hunt was up to the task, leading his team in rushing yards while collecting his fifth rushing touchdown of the season. Brashard Smith (3-7-0) finished a distant second in backfield touches, as head coach Andy Reid opted to lean on Hunt more instead of continuing a two-back approach in Pacheco's absence. There is a chance the latter could return following the Chiefs' upcoming bye week, but Hunt has been providing enough value in a timeshare to warrant flex consideration against the Broncos in Week 11.

Hunt is expected to experience a bump in snaps and touches Sunday at Buffalo with Isiah Pacheco (knee) unavailable for the contest, ESPN.com reports.

Pacheco was diagnosed with an MCL sprain after he took a hit to the side of his right knee in the fourth quarter of Monday's 28-7 win against the Commanders. He'll miss at least one contest as a result of the injury, and Hunt is the next player up in the Chiefs backfield. Having said that, Hunt has maxed out at 13 carries in a given game this season, while his snap share has topped out at 44 percent. Rookie seventh-round pick Brashard Smith and possibly Elijah Mitchell are candidates to mix in if Kansas City continues to limit Hunt's workload.

Hunt is expected to get most of the carries Sunday at Buffalo in the absence of teammate Isiah Pacheco (knee), ESPN's Nate Taylor reports.

Brashard Smith will have a role, and Elijah Mitchell may even get some work, but Hunt figures to take many/most of the carries that had been going to Pacheco. Adding those on top of the work he already gets -- which includes short-yardage situations -- should put Hunt in a valuable role, projecting for double-digit touches and solid odds to score a touchdown. Huge yardage totals are unlikely, but TDs offer a path to upside that makes Hunt a sold lineup option for Week 9.

Hunt (ankle/knee) rushed nine times for 40 yards and a touchdown while taking his only reception for a two-yard score in Monday's 28-7 win over Washington.

Hunt overcame a pair of minor injuries and a limited practice week in order to suit up for Monday's primetime tilt. The 29-year-old rewarded steadfast managers with his second multi-score performance this season. Isiah Pacheco (12-58-0) led the team in rushing yards, but Hunt's pair of scores lifted the veteran to the superior fantasy line. With a five total touchdowns to Pacheco's one, Hunt should continue being the favored back near the opponent's goal line for Sunday's road tilt against Buffalo.

Hunt (ankle/knee) does not carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Commanders.

Hunt didn't practice Thursday due to ankle and knee injuries, but he was able to log a full session Saturday to fade an injury tag heading into Monday night's contest. Hunt has logged 53 carries for 205 yards and three touchdowns while adding seven catches (on eight targets) for 55 yards through seven regular-season games.

Head coach Andy Reid said Saturday that Hunt (ankle/knee) is expected to play against the Commanders on Monday, Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com reports.

Hunt was back at practice Friday and Saturday after missing Thursday's session, and it appears the veteran running back will be available for Week 8 after working through ankle and knee injuries. Hunt and Isiah Pacheco will continue to serve as the Chiefs' one-two punch out of the backfield while rookie Brashard Smith provides depth.

Hunt (ankle/knee) was a limited participant at practice Friday.

Hunt's now listed with an ankle injury in addition to a knee injury, but on a positive note, he practiced in some capacity Friday after being a non-participant Thursday. The Chiefs will post their final injury report Saturday for Monday's game against the Commanders. If Hunt's limited or unavailable, rookie Brashard Smith could take on a larger role alongside Isiah Pacheco.

Hunt (knee) won't practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Per McMullen, Hunt is dealing with a bone bruise on his knee. The running back now has two more chances to practice in advance of Monday night's game against the Commanders. If Hunt is limited or sidelined in Week 8, added snaps would be available for Isiah Pacheco and Brashard Smith, while Elijah Mitchell (who's been a healthy scratch of late) could also rejoin the Chiefs' backfield mix.

Hunt rushed the ball four times for 18 yards in Sunday's 31-0 win over the Raiders.

Hunt served strictly in a relief role to Isiah Pacheco for much of the first half, logging four carries to Pacheco's eight. Hunt also suffered an apparent leg or ankle injury on a touchdown by Rashee Rice midway through the first quarter. He was able to retake the field, but the Chiefs ultimately may have opted to lessen his workload as a precaution in the blowout game script.

Hunt accrued six carries for 23 yards and caught his only target for 11 yards during Sunday's 30-17 win over the Lions.

Hunt has seen his playing time drop off in the past couple of weeks, recording sub-40 percent snap shares after crossing that threshold, including double-digit carries, against both the Giants in Week 3 and Ravens in Week 4. He remains a handcuff option in leagues with a little bit of fantasy upside if he reaches paydirt. Still, he won't find consistent value as long as Isiah Pacheco is healthy and available.

Hunt rushed seven times for 49 yards and two touchdowns while catching his only target for eight yards in Monday's 31-28 loss to Jacksonville.

Three of Hunt's seven carries came from five yards or closer to the opponent's goal line, and he punched two of them in successfully to finish as the Chiefs' top fantasy RB in Week 5. Co-starter Isiah Pacheco also received seven carries while seeing two more targets as a receiver, but the latter's lack of use in the red zone proved to be the difference Monday. Hunt is now up to three touchdowns on the year, but he leaves much to be desired as a fantasy asset in games he is held out of the end zone. The 29-year-old checks in as a touchdown-dependent flex option against the Lions on Sunday Night Football in Week 6.

Hunt rushed the ball 13 times for 34 yards in Sunday's 37-20 win over Baltimore. He added one reception on one target for 13 yards.

Hunt had split the rushing workload almost exactly evenly with Isaiah Pacheco through the first three games of the season. However, Hunt clearly took over as the lead back Sunday, earning 14 touches compared to Pacheco's nine. However, Hunt had a poor day by averaging only 2.6 yards per attempt with a long gain of seven yards. He appears to have the trust of the coaching staff, which could insulate his role, but he has yet to reach 35 rushing yards in a game this season.

Hunt carried the ball 10 times for 34 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 22-9 win over the Giants.

Hunt scored Kansas City's only rushing touchdown versus New York, but he was outproduced by Isaiah Pacheco (45 rushing yards) on an identical amount of carries. Of course, as neither Hunt nor Pacheco has yet demonstrated a reason to run away with the No. 1 backfield role, they remain primed for a timeshare entering Week 4, as the Chiefs prepare for a difficult home matchup against the Ravens. In deeper fantasy formats, Hunt possesses limited appeal as a TD-dependent flex option.

Hunt took eight carries for 31 yards and caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Eagles.

Hunt continued to split backfield work with Isiah Pacheco, seeing nine combined touches to the starter's 11 Sunday. The 30-year-old Hunt was more efficient with his workload, but neither back finished with stat lines to write home about. Hunt carries some deep-league value in his current shared role, but there isn't enough upside in the veteran to trust in standard formats when the Chiefs visit the Giants in Week 3.

Hunt rushed five times for 16 yards and secured two of three targets for 10 yards during the Chiefs' 27-21 loss to the Chargers on Friday night.

Hunt and Pacheco split touches evenly Week 1, but neither found much room to run against a stout Los Angeles defensive front, as both finished with under 30 total offensive yards. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes in fact led the ground game in terms of both opportunities and production, rushing six times for 57 yards and one score. Hunt profiles to operate as the No. 2 backfield option behind Pacheco at home against the Eagles in Week 2, a Super Bowl rematch that could see the Chiefs lean increasingly on the rushing attack with Rashee Rice (suspension) out and the status of Xavier Worthy (shoulder) uncertain.

Hunt (quadriceps) took three carries for 15 yards and failed to bring in his only target in Friday's 29-27 preseason loss to Chicago.

Hunt was a game-time decision for Friday's contest after dealing with a quad contusion during the practice week. The veteran back was able to suit up and got mixed in with the first-team offense behind starter Isiah Pacheco. The latter is expected to handle lead-back duties to begin the regular season with Hunt seeing work as a receiver and in goal-line situations.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Hunt (quadriceps) is dealing with a quad contusion and may not be available for Friday's preseason matchup against Seattle, Nate Taylor of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt is an established veteran who boasts significant familiarity with Kansas City's rushing scheme, so would make sense for the team to hold him out of exhibition action if he's anything less than 100 percent healthy. In limited action during the Chiefs' preseason opener against Arizona, Hunt rushed twice for 12 yards and secured one of two targets for five yards, entering the game after Isiah Pacheco. His primary competition for the No. 2 backfield gig is Elijah Mitchell.

Hunt rushed twice for 12 yards and brought in one of two targets for five yards during the Chiefs' 20-17 preseason loss to the Cardinals on Saturday night.

Hunt followed Isiah Pacheco into the game and played on the Chiefs' second possession, when he logged all three of his touches. The veteran back enjoyed his return to Kansas City last season and proved he had plenty left in the tank by recording 904 total yards and seven rushing TDs across 13 regular-season games. After re-signing on a one-year deal this offseason, Hunt once again figures in for a likely No. 2 role as long as he can hold off offseason addition Elijah Mitchell.

The Chiefs are re-signing Hunt to a one-year, $1.5 million contract Friday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.

Hunt joined Kansas City last September after the development of an early-season IR stint for Isiah Pacheco. He served as the team's starter for a stretch and then split backfield reps with Pacheco, once the latter tailback returned to the lineup, up through the Chiefs' loss to Philadelphia in Super Bowl LIX. He concluded the regular season with 200 carries for 728 yards and 7 scores across 13 appearances, plus 23 catches for 176 yards through the air (32 targets). A full offseason to get back to 100 percent form may allow Pacheco to reclaim a firm grasp on the lead role of this backfield, which also added speedster Elijah Mitchell in free agency, but Hunt's solid showing in 2024 figures to leave him in position for a key role. The exact pecking order of Kansas City's rushing attack may not gain clarity until training camp and/or the preseason.

Hunt took three carries for nine yards and brought in his only target for five yards in Sunday's 40-22 loss to Philadelphia in Super Bowl LIX.

Isiah Pacheco technically drew the start against the Eagles, but both tailbacks finished with four touches apiece with neither doing much from a fantasy perspective. Hunt failed to extend his postseason touchdown streak to three games, resulting in a disappointing performance overall. The 29-year-old is slate to become an unrestricted free agent this upcoming offseason after rejuvenating his career in Kansas City in 2024.

Hunt rushed 17 times for 64 yards and a touchdown while corralling his only target for six receiving yards in Sunday's 32-29 playoff win over Buffalo.

Hunt continued the trend started in last weekend's divisional-round win over Houston in which the veteran out-touched former starter Isiah Pacheco. The 29-year-old Hunt saw 18 combined touches to Pacheco's seven Sunday, with the former also producing more on a per-carry basis (+1.4 YPC). Hunt has hit pay dirt in consecutive playoff games and appears to be locked into the lead back role for Kansas City as the team heads to Super Bowl LIX. Looking ahead to Feb. 9, Hunt could check in as a value play against the Eagles in a variety of daily fantasy formats in a matchup that should have Saquon Barkley pegged as the top running back.

Hunt rushed eight times for 44 yards and a touchdown while grabbing his only target for two yards in Saturday's 23-14 divisional round win over the Texans.

Hunt led Kansas City's backfield in touches and production while backfield mate Isiah Pacheco (5-18-0) struggled to gain any traction. The 29-year-old Hunt had taken a backseat to Pacheco when both players were healthy this season, but Saturday's results could keep the former in the driver's seat heading into the next round of the playoffs. Hunt has hit pay dirt in three consecutive active games dating back to Week 16 of the regular season, a streak he will attempt to extend in the AFC Championship Game next Sunday.

Hunt did not log any snaps in Week 18 versus the Broncos.

Hunt was suited up for the regular-season finale, but it was announced prior to kickoff that he would likely be joining the group of players who wouldn't take the field with the No.1 seed locked up heading into the regular-season finale. That was indeed the case, and he'll instead take a bonus week of rest with a bye on tap before the Chiefs return to action in the divisional round.

Hunt (coach's decision) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Hunt didn't miss any practice time this week, but with the Chiefs having already clinched the AFC's No. 1 seed heading to regular-season finale and planning to rest multiple key players on both sides of the ball, he had been listed as doubtful heading into Sunday. Though he'll be in uniform Sunday, Hunt may just make a ceremonial start, if he even plays at all. Normal starting running back Isiah Pacheco (ribs) is also sitting out Sunday, so the Chiefs are expected to lean on Samaje Perine and Carson Steele as their primary options out of the backfield.

Hunt (coach's decision) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Hunt is among a multitude of key contributors expected to be rested for Sunday's regular-season finale, as the 15-1 Chiefs have already clinched the top seed in the AFC. Isiah Pacheco (rib) has been ruled out, so Samaje Perine and Carson Steele are the top candidates to flank Carson Wentz in Kansas City's backfield, while Keaontay Ingram's an option to be elevated from the practice squad.

Hunt took nine carries for 20 yards and a touchdown with no targets as a receiver in Wednesday's 29-10 win over the Steelers.

Hunt finished as the Chiefs' leading rusher after starter Isiah Pacheco (ribs) was knocked out of the contest in the first half of Wednesday's win. The veteran backup struggled to move the ball against Pittsburgh's stout interior defense, but he rewarded fantasy managers with his second touchdown in as many games. The severity of Pacheco's injury is still unclear, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the back rested either way after Kansas City clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC. Hunt would see a slight boost in projections if his backfield committee mate sits out next Sunday's tilt against Denver.

Hunt had 11 carries for 55 yards and a touchdown while catching two of three targets for 24 yards in Saturday's 27-19 win over the Texans.

Hunt outplayed Isiah Pacheco, who turned nine carries and two targets into just 25 scrimmage yards. The former scored a three-yard touchdown in the second quarter and probably could have scored a 33-yard touchdown on his final carry in the fourth but slid down after 20 yards so Kansas City could run out the clock. Pacheco has struggled in his four games back from a fractured fibula, so Hunt's likely to see significant usage again Wednesday against the Steelers.

Hunt rushed 13 times for 45 yards and secured one of two targets for four yards in the Chiefs' 21-7 win over the Browns on Sunday.

Hunt co-led the Chiefs in carries, tying backfield mate Isiah Pacheco in that category while drawing one more target than the latter. It was an interesting development following the Week 15 division of labor between the two, which saw Pacheco outpace Hunt in rush attempts by a 14-5 margin. Whether it's a one-week outlier or indicative of a stickier trend remains to be seen, but Hunt did outgain Pacheco, who was making only his third appearance since returning from an extended stay on IR due to fractured fibula, by 13 rushing yards.

Hunt posted five carries for 16 yards and caught his only target for 13 yards during Sunday's 19-17 win over the Chargers.

Hunt has seen a nosedive in his playing time over the last pair of weeks, claiming just 20 snaps (29 percent of team snaps) in Week 14 compared to north of 50 percent when he was serving in the starting role. He's also seen just a combined 15 touches over the last two games after averaging 19.4 carries and 2.1 catches from Weeks 4-12, a massive downgrade in his workload. Hunt should continue to operate as the Chiefs' RB2 behind Isiah Pacheco, but he's a clear second on the depth chart at this juncture with a significantly lower fantasy ceiling than he previously sported as a starter.

Hunt rushed seven times for 15 yards while catching two of four targets for no gain in Friday's 19-17 win over the Raiders.

Week 1 starter Isiah Pacheco (ankle) was activated from a 10-week stint on injured reserve to out-gain Hunt by 34 total yards on one less touch Friday. The latter remained involved with an even split in carries in the first game the two tailbacks have played together this year. Hunt figures to maintain a minor role as both a rushing and a receiving option as Pacheco works back from a long layoff, but his value certainly took a hit in Week 13. The Chiefs will have a couple of extra days off ahead of next Sunday's home tilt against the Chargers.

With Isiah Pacheco (ankle) off IR and active Friday versus the Raiders, Hunt will have added competition for carries in Week 13.

Pacheco last saw game action in Week 2, but now that he's recovered from the fractured fibula that landed him on IR, he's in line to provide the Chiefs' backfield with a boost, beginning Friday. Following his long layoff, Pacheco -- who began the season as the team's clear-cut RB1-- could well be eased back into the mix, so Hunt may still see his share of snaps and touches in Week 13. However, with the looming possibility that Kansas City goes with a backfield time-share versus Las Vegas, Hunt's fantasy upside going forward takes a hit following an eight-game stretch (after he was signed in the wake of Pacheco's injury) during which logged 155 carries for 577 yards and five TDs to go along with 17 catches for 135 yards.

Hunt rushed the ball 16 times for 68 yards in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Panthers. He added three receptions on four targets for 19 yards.

The Chiefs were surprisingly in a tightly contested game, which forced them to rely on Patrick Mahomes more than anticipated while also limiting Hunt's opportunity. Hunt did show some moderate playmaking ability with long gains of 13 as both a rusher and receiver, allowing him to top 85 yards from scrimmage for the third time in his last four games. While he's been a reliable fantasy option, his opportunity could diminish in Week 13 against the Raiders if Isiah Pacheco (ankle) is activated from injured reserve.

Hunt will continue to lead Kansas City's backfield in Week 12 against the Panthers, as Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Isiah Pacheco (ankle) won't be activated from injured reserve prior to Sunday's game.

Coach Andy Reid revealed Friday that Pacheco's absence will extend through Week 12. Hunt has logged at least 14 carries in all seven of his appearances for the Chiefs, and he's likely to handle another hefty workload Sunday against a Panthers defense that has allowed the most rushing touchdowns and second-most rushing yards to running backs.

Hunt took 14 carries for 60 yards and was not targeted as a receiver in Sunday's 30-21 loss to the Bills.

Hunt turned in an adequate effort on the ground in tough road environment while garnering 14 of Kansas City's 17 rushing attempts in its first loss of the season. The veteran's fantasy day has a little less luster when you factor in the lack of touchdowns and involvement as a receiver. It was Hunt's first game since rejoining the Chiefs where he did not receive a target. This ironically comes on the heels of a seven-catch effort against Denver in Week 10. The real concerning news for managers would be the potential return of starting tailback Isiah Pacheco (ankle), who is expected to return from injured reserve against the Panthers next Sunday, as reported by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Hunt rushed 14 times for 35 yards and brought in seven of 10 targets for 65 yards in the Chiefs' 16-14 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

Hunt unsurprisingly found running room at a premium against a stingy Broncos defense, but he made up for it by generating a team-high receiving yardage total and coming in second in both receptions and targets. All three components of Hunt's receiving line were season highs, while his carries and rushing yardage tallies tied and set a season low, respectively. Isiah Pacheco (IR, lower leg) is expected to remain out until later in November, so Hunt should remain in the lead-back role for a Week 11 road battle against the Bills next Sunday.

Hunt (quadricep) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

For the second week in a row, Hunt is appearing on Kansas City's injury report with a listed quad issue, but his ability to practice fully Thursday clears up any concern about his availability for Sunday's game against the Broncos. With Isiah Pacheco (fibula) not expected to return from injured reserve until late November at the earliest, Hunt should be in line for at least two more outings as Kansas City's lead back. Though he's averaging a meager 3.7 yards per carry through five contests since signing with the Chiefs, Hunt has been a strong fantasy option on the back of heavy volume (at least 16 touches in each game) and a nose for the end zone (five touchdowns).

Hunt (quad) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.

Hunt was limited in practice last Thursday due to a quadriceps injury but proceeded to upgrade to full participation before rushing for 106 yards and a touchdown in Monday's win over the Buccaneers. His fantasy managers will be hoping for a similar pattern ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, with little indication at this point that there is any meaningful concern regarding Hunt's Week 10 availability.

Hunt carried the ball 27 times for 106 yards and a touchdown while catching his long target for 11 yards in Monday's 30-24 overtime win over the Buccaneers.

Hunt was the hero for Kansas City in a tight affair that came down to overtime between cross-conference opponents. The veteran tailback continues to be used more as a rusher than a receiver based on his previous run with the Chiefs. While that should be considered a negative in terms of fantasy evaluation, Hunt's hefty role as a pure rusher (22.2 rushing attempts per game) has helped offset his change in usage. With five touchdowns and healthy rushing totals over his last five games, Hunt should be considered an upper-tier RB heading into Sunday's tilt against Denver.

Hunt (quadriceps) practiced fully Friday.

Hunt opened Week 9 prep with a limited session Thursday, but his ability to handle all on-field work one day later clears up his status ahead of Monday's contest against the Buccaneers. In four appearances working as the Chiefs' primary running back this season, he's averaged 22.5 touches for 87 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring four TDs on the ground.

Hunt (quad) was limited at practice Thursday.

Hunt began Week 8 preparation with a limited practice last Wednesday due to a hip issue. This time around, the running back is contending with a quad concern, which makes his status worth monitoring ahead of Monday night's game against the Buccaneers. In the Chiefs' win over the Raiders this past Sunday, Hunt logged 42 snaps on offense en route to carrying 21 times for 58 yards and a TD while catching his only target for four yards.

Hunt (hip) rushed 21 times for 58 yards and a touchdown while catching his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over Las Vegas.

Hunt was dealing with a hip injury in practice this week, but he suited up without restrictions in Sunday's win. The veteran tailback eclipsed 20 carries for the third consecutive week since taking over as the starter in Kansas City. With four touchdowns in as many games, Hunt remains a strong fantasy option heading into next Monday's tilt against Tampa Bay.

Hunt (hip) practiced fully Thursday.

Hunt was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, but his return to a full session one day later paves the way for him to continue to lead the Chiefs' backfield Sunday against the Raiders. In this past weekend's 28-18 win over the 49ers, Hunt carried 22 times for 78 yards and two touchdowns while hauling in both of his targets for five yards. With 49 carries over his last two contests, Hunt looks like a fantasy-friendly option once again in Week 8, considering the volume he's seeing in Kansas City's offense.

Hunt (hip) was listed as limited in what Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com described as a quick and light practice Wednesday.

Hunt recorded 45 snaps in Sunday's 28-18 win over the 49ers en route to carrying 22 times for 78 yards and two touchdowns while catching both of his targets for five yards. With no reported setbacks in the contest, it's possible that Hunt's listed limitations Wednesday were maintenance-related, but the running back will probably need to practice fully by Friday in order to approach this weekend's game against the Raiders without an injury designation.

Hunt rushed 22 times for 78 yards and two touchdowns while corralling both of his targets for five receiving yards in Sunday's 28-18 win over San Francisco.

Hunt maintained his status as lead back after churning out 102 rushing yards and a touchdown in his first official start for Kansas City in Week 5. The 29-year-old kept momentum rolling with another standout fantasy performance, this time punching in two scores on 20-plus touches against the 49ers on Sunday. Clyde Edwards-Helaire (reserve/NFI list) was activated earlier in the week to help replace the loss of starter Isiah Pacheco (fibula), but the former did not suit up for Sunday's contest. Hunt is thriving as the starter in Kansas City and does not appear to face any threats to his playing time, making the veteran back an elite fantasy option heading into a soft matchup against the Raiders next Sunday.

Hunt rushed 27 times for 102 yards and a touchdown and brought in his only target for 15 yards in the Chiefs' 26-13 win over the Saints on Monday night.

Playing in only his second game of the season -- and as a Chief since 2018 -- Hunt handled a massive workload with aplomb while grinding out tough yardage throughout the night. Hunt's longest run was only eight yards, and his carry total was his highest since Week 16 of his rookie 2017 campaign. Hunt's involvement in the passing game was minimal despite his extensive body of work in that realm and the fact the Chiefs were down yet another pass catcher in Rashee Rice (IR, knee), but his standing as the unquestioned No. 1 back gives him plenty of momentum heading into a Week 7 road matchup against the 49ers following a Week 6 bye.

Hunter does not carry an injury designation into Monday's contest against the Saints, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Meanwhile Clyde Edwards-Helaire (reserve/non-football illness list) is listed as doubtful and likely won't be activated come Monday. As a result, Hunt figures to once again command the most touches among a smorgasbord of available backfield options including Samaje Perine and Carson Steele, although the latter could remain in the dog house with head coach Andy Reid after fumbling for a second consecutive week.

Hunt (shoulder) remained limited at practice Friday.

Hunt was also limited Thursday, so he'll presumably need to practice fully Saturday in order to avoid an injury designation ahead of Monday night's game against the Saints. In this past Sunday's 17-10 win over the Chargers, Hunt -- making his season debut -- recorded a 45 percent snap share while carrying 14 times for 69 yards and adding two catches (on three targets) for 16 yards. On the heels of that effort, health permitting, he's poised to maintain a key role in Kansas City's Week 5 backfield, which also includes Samaje Perine (five carries last week) and Carson Steele (two carries versus Los Angeles) and could also welcome back 2020 first-rounder Clyde Edwards-Helaire from the reserve/non-football illness list.

Hunt (shoulder) was limited at practice Thursday.

In his season debut with the Chiefs, Hunt logged a 45 percent snap share in the team's Week 4 win over the Chargers en route to carrying 14 times for 69 yards and adding two catches on three targets for 16 yards. As Monday night's game against the Saints approaches, Hunt' status is now worth tracking. If he's available versus New Orleans, Hunt figures to maintain a key role in Kansas City's Week 5 backfield, which also includes Samaje Perine and Carson Steele, and could welcome back Clyde Edwards-Helaire from the from the non-football illness list.

Hunt rushed the ball 14 times for 69 yards in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Chargers. He added two receptions on three targets for 16 yards.

Carson Steele drew the start in Kansas City's backfield, but Hunt took over after Steele picked up only six yards on two carries and lost a fumble on the team's first three offensive possessions. Meanwhile, Hunt went on to clearly lead the team's backfield -- out-touching Steele 16-3 and Samae Perine 16-5 -- while also displaying decent efficiency. The only downside to Hunt's potential role as the Chiefs' lead back is that he was subbed out for a goal-line carry in favor of Perine midway through the fourth quarter.

Coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Hunt will rotate in during Sunday's game against the Chargers, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Reid added that the team has three good running backs in Carson Steele, Samaje Perine and Hunt, so all three are expected to play a role against the Chargers. Steele remains the favorite to handle the majority of reps on early downs after racking up 17 rushing attempts in Isiah Pacheco's (fibula) absence against the Falcons on SNF. Hunt signed with the team's active roster Tuesday after joining Kansas City's practice squad the previous Tuesday.

The Chiefs signed Hunt off their practice squad Tuesday.

Kansas City waived Keaontay Ingram to open up a spot on the roster for Hunt, who joins Carson Steele and Samaje Perine as options at running back while Isiah Pacheco (fibula) resides on injured reserve. In their first game without Pacheco in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Falcons, Steele led the way with 46 snaps on offense and 18 touches (17 carries for 72 yards, one reception for two yards), while Perine played 26 snaps and logged nine touches (six carries for 25 yards, three receptions for 15 yards). Given those performances, Hunt may not immediately jump ahead of either Steele or Perine in the pecking order out of the backfield during Sunday's game against the Chargers, but he'll at least represent a more viable threat for playing time than Ingram.

Hunt won't be elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday night's game against the Falcons, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

With Isiah Pacheco (leg) on IR and slated to miss at least four games, Hunt is destined to claim a role in the Chiefs' backfield once he's had more practice time with the team. For now, however, Carson Steele, Samaje Perine and Keaontay Ingram are available to handle the team's backfield duties.

Coach Andy Reid noted Wednesday that there's a chance Hunt will play Sunday against the Falcons, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Hunt is currently on Kansas City's practice squad, but the team plans to bring the running back up to speed with the playbook in the coming days and see where he's at as the week progresses. With Isiah Pacheco (leg) on IR and slated to miss at least four games, Hunt should have a chance down the road to claim a role in a Chiefs backfield that also currently includes Carson Steele, Samaje Perine and Keaontay Ingram. With that in mind, Hunt merits consideration from those with enough roster flexibility to add him to see how the void created by Pacheco's looming absence is filled.

The Chiefs will sign Hunt to their practice squad Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.

After meeting with the Chiefs on Tuesday, Hunt quickly came to an agreement on a deal. He'll begin his second stint in the organization as a member of the practice squad, but Hunt could be elevated to the active roster as soon as this Sunday's game in Atlanta while Kansas City is in need of backfield depth with lead option Isiah Pacheco (fibula) expected to miss 6-to-8 weeks. Rookie Carson Steele appears to be first in line for carries with Pacheco out of the mix, and Samaje Perine represents an experienced option on passing downs, but Hunt could eventually work his way up the depth chart if he's able to quickly re-familiarize himself with head coach Andy Reid's playbook. Though he accounted for more than 1,200 yards from scrimmage with the Chiefs in both the 2017 and 2018 seasons before he was released in November 2018, the 29-year-old Hunt looked well removed from his prime during his time with Cleveland last season. While appearing in 15 games for the Browns in 2023, Hunt averaged career-low marks in yards

Hunt is slated to visit Kansas City on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Hunt will visit the Chiefs with Isaiah Pacheco (fibula) expected to undergo surgery and miss at least six weeks due to an injury suffered in Sunday's win over the Bengals. The veteran running back boasts familiarity with coach Andy Reid's offensive scheme and could join Samaje Perine and Carson Steele to help fill the void left behind by Pacheco's absence. Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) will also be a candidate to contribute in the backfield, though he won't be eligible to be activated to the 53-man roster until Week 5.

Hunt, who remains a free agent, didn't sound optimistic last month about a potential return to the Browns, according to John Kampf of The News-Herald.

During the 2023 season, Hunt logged 135 carries for 411 yards and nine TDs, while adding 15 catches for 84 yards in 15 games with Cleveland. While top back, Nick Chubb continues to work his way back from a knee injury, D'Onta Foremanand Nyheim Hines (knee) were added this offseason to bolster a Cleveland backfield that also includes returnees Jerome Ford and Pierre Strong. Meanwhile, Hunt -- who is presumably past a sports hernia procedure -- remains without a team, though in June he indicated that he planned to remain patient on that front, noting that he'd be ready for his next opportunity come training camp.

Hunt underwent sports hernia surgery Tuesday to repaire a ruptured adductor, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt joined the Browns in Week 3 after Nick Chubb (knee) suffered a season ending injury. The veteran back then spent much of the season as a regular on the injury report due to a groin issue, which resulted in this surgery making more sense. The 28-year-old was primarily used in the red zone and finished the season with 495 total yards to go along with a career-high nine touchdowns.

Hunt rushed the ball eight times for 26 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 45-14 loss to the Texans. He added five receptions on six targets for nine yards and another touchdown.

Hunt's 13 touches matched his highest total since Week 9. He was inefficient with the opportunity but was the only Brown to find the end zone, first on a one-yard run early in the first quarter and again on an 11-yard reception one quarter later. Hunt worked in tandem with Jerome Ford for much of the season, but he's set to become a free agent this offseason and may not be retained by the Browns pending the health of Nick Chubb (knee).

Hunt (groin) doesn't carry an injury designation in advance of Saturday's wild-card playoff game against the Texans, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

After being deemed a non-participant Tuesday, Hunt logged a limited practice session Wednesday before being listed as a full participant Thursday. With his availability for Saturday's contest solidified, Hunt (who was used sparingly in a Week 18 loss to the Bengals in a contest that had no playoff implications for the Browns) is now in line to reclaim his key backfield role alongside starter Jerome Ford in a 1A/1B RB context that gives Hunt a degree of utility in fantasy lineups this weekend.

Hunt (groin) returned to a limited practice Wednesday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt has been managing a groin injury of late and based on recent weeks look for the running back to log a 'full' practice listing Thursday and approach Saturday's playoff opener against the Texans minus an injury designation. Assuming that's the case, Hunt will be in line to reclaim his key backfield role in tandem with Jerome Ford this weekend, after the duo was used sparingly in Week 18, with the Browns having been locked into the No. 5 playoff seed in the AFC.

Hunt (groin) won't participate in Tuesday's practice, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt was active for this past Sunday's 31-14 loss to the Bengals, but because the Browns had already been locked in as the AFC's No. 5 seed heading into the Week 18 contest, the coaching staff turned to third-stringer Pierre Strong (back) in a lead role out of the backfield. Meanwhile, Hunt was limited to just seven snaps and finished with one touch -- a five-yard reception -- on the day, and normal starter Jerome Ford's usage was similarly light (19 snaps, five touches). If his activity from last week is any indication, Hunt will resume practicing in full by Thursday and approach this Saturday's wild-card matchup with the Texans without an injury designation.

Hunt (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt has received the green light to play in the Browns' regular-season finale after he gradually increased his practice activity throughout the week, going from no activity Wednesday to limited participation Thursday before taking every rep during Friday's session. He's typically served as Option 1B out of the backfield behind Jerome Ford since signing with the Browns in September, but Hunt and third-stringer Pierre Strong could both be in store for more work than usual in Week 18. The Browns are locked into the AFC's No. 5 seed in the playoffs regardless of the outcome of Week 18 games, and to that end, the team is expected to rest several key starters. Head coach Kevin Stefanski has already confirmed that quarterback Joe Flacco won't play in Cincinnati, and Ford could also be among the players who handles little or no snaps Sunday with an eye on maintaining health heading into the postseason.

Hunt (groin) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Despite making regular appearances on Cleveland injury reports since signing with the team in September, Hunt has played in each of the Browns' last 14 games. He likely would be able to play through the groin issue this Sunday against the Bengals if the Browns had something at stake, but with Cleveland locked into the No. 5 seed, head coach Kevin Stefanski could look to rest several key players in the regular-season finale. It's not yet clear if Hunt will ruled out before Sunday or made inactive for the contest, but even if he isn't, both he and starting running back Jerome Ford could be in store for smaller roles than usual.

Hunt (groin) won't participate in Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt tended to a groin injury during Week 4 prep, then avoided the issue until Week 13, at which point it's been affecting his practice reps. His efficiency has suffered over the last five games (2.7 yards on his 46 carries), but he's also scored three rushing touchdowns during that span. The Browns are locked into the No. 5 seed in the AFC side of the playoffs, so there's a chance they may rest Hunt with an eye toward the wild-card round.

Hunt rushed 10 times for 31 yards and a touchdown and failed to bring in his only target in the Browns' 37-20 win over the Jets on Thursday night.

Hunt logged only two fewer carries than backfield mate Jerome Ford, but he was far less efficient than the latter while posting just less than half the rushing yards. However, Hunt was the only one of the two to get into the end zone, cashing in via a seven-yard run in the first quarter. Hunt's carry total was his first of the double-digit variety in the last three games, but it remains to be seen how much usage he'll log in a Week 18 regular-season finale against the Bengals on Jan. 7.

Hunt (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game against the Jets, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

The Browns have listed Hunt with a groin injury for much of the season, including each week since late November. He's yet to miss a game since signing with the team in September and should be fine for his usual role this Thursday as the No. 2 back behind Jerome Ford. While both RBs scored touchdowns in Sunday's win over Houston, circumstances generally have been unfavorable for backfield production recently with Kevin Stefanski shifting to a pass-heavy approach amidst a glut of O-line injuries and a string of inefficient rushing performances from Ford/Hunt. There's also the mater of No. 3 back Pierre Strong getting some touches and snaps each week, further limiting Ford and Hunt.

The Browns listed Hunt as a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt has appeared on Cleveland injury reports for the last few weeks due to the groin issue, but he has yet to miss a game since signing with the team in September. The Browns are likely just managing Hunt's reps on a short week, but the expectation remains that he'll once again be available to work in a timeshare with Jerome Ford out of the backfield in Thursday's game against the Jets.

Hunt (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

For a fifth consecutive week of prep, Hunt is operating with listed practice restrictions due to a groin issue. On the other four occasions, he didn't receive a game-day designation, and he's compiled 41 touches for 114 yards from scrimmage and two rushing TDs during that span. Wednesday's injury report will unveil whether or not Hunt is cleared for Thursday's contest against the Jets.

Hunt carried the ball seven times for 11 yards and a touchdown and caught two of four targets for five yards in Sunday's 38-22 win over the Texans.

The veteran RB continues to see usage in the red zone as he scored his eighth touchdown in the last 11 games, but Hunt has gained more than 50 rushing yards only once during that stretch and has seen his targets dwindle as he works behind Jerome Ford. Even with Joe Flacco sparking the passing attack to life over the last month, the Browns' running game hasn't really benefitted, which will make Hunt a risky fantasy option in Week 17 against the Jets.

Hunt (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans after participating fully in Friday's practice, Scott Petrak of The Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt has been playing through this groin injury for a while, so his limited participation in practice Wednesday and Thursday was likely just a case of load management for the veteran running back. He should occupy his usual role as the 1B option in Cleveland's backfield Sunday, as Jerome Ford (wrist) is also expected to play after being limited in practice Wednesday.

Hunt (groin) remained limited at practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Meanwhile, fellow RB Jerome Ford (wrist) practiced fully Thursday after being limited along with Hunt on Wednesday. Friday's final report will reveal whether Hunt approaches Sunday's game against the Texans with a Week 16 injury designation or fully cleared to work in tandem with Ford this weekend.

Hunt (groin) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

The same applies to Jerome Ford (wrist), though there's a pretty good chance both player's listed limitations Wednesday were maintenance-related rather indicative of either running back being in danger of missing Sunday's contest against the Texans. In the Browns' 20-17 win over the Bears in Week 15, Hunt logged eight yards on seven carries and caught his lone target for 12 yards, while Ford rushed eight times for 20 yards and caught four of his five targets for 11 yards.

Hunt rushed for eight yards on seven carries and caught his lone target for 12 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Bears in Week 15.

The combined yards were the fewest since Week 4, as the Bears shut down the Browns' rushing attack. Three of his seven carries were inside the red zone, including a rush from the two-yard line, but Hunt was unable to log what would have been his eighth TD. While Hunt plays second fiddle to Jerome Ford in terms of carries and playing time, his seven rushing touchdowns lead Cleveland.

Hunt (groin) doesn't have an injury designation and is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Bears, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt progressed throughout the week, going from DNP Wednesday to limited Thursday and full Friday. He should handle double-digit carries as Jerome Ford's backfield running mate against Chicago. Hunt has produced seven touchdowns this season.

Hunt (groin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt wasn't able to participate in Wednesday's session, but his return to action Thursday puts the veteran on track for Sunday's date with the Bears. Hunt snapped his three-game scoreless drought with a short touchdown last week against Jacksonville. He's seen double-digit carries in eight of the Browns' last nine games and is up to seven touchdowns through 11 contests.

Hunt (groin) returned to practice Thursday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to the field a day later has him trending toward being available Sunday against the Bears. Over the last two weeks, Hunt followed absences from practice Wednesday with limited sessions Thursday and full practices Friday. There's a decent chance chance that pattern is repeated this week.

Hunt won't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt has tended to a groin issue in advance of three different games this season (Weeks 4, 13 and 14), but he's been able to suit up on each occasion. Fellow running back Jerome Ford emerged from this past Sunday's 31-27 win against the Jaguars with a banged-up wrist, but coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Ford avoided a fracture, and he also wasn't included on the team's list of non-participants Wednesday, meaning he's expected to mix into drills. Hunt will have two more opportunities this week to join Ford for on-field work before the Browns potentially make a ruling on the duo's availability for Sunday's contest against the Bears.

Hunt rushed the ball 10 times for 27 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-27 win over the Jaguars.

Hunt continued to split the backfield evenly with Jerome Ford, though he was the far less efficient back. Nevertheless, he continues to maintain the goal-line role in the Cleveland offense, as he managed a four-yard trip to the end zone to highlight his performance against the Jaguars. Hunt now has seven touchdowns on the season, all of which have come in the Browns' last nine games.

Hunt (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt raised his practice participation throughout the week, upgrading from a DNP on Wednesday to limited Thursday before avoiding an injury designation thanks to a full practice Friday. He'll likely continue to split carries with Jerome Ford against Jacksonville, with Pierre Strong on hand in a change-of-pace role.

Hunt (groin) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to a capped session Thursday has him moving in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Jaguars approaches. If the running back practices fully Friday, as he did last week while managing his groin injury, he'll have a chance to head into the weekend minus a Week 14 injury designation.

Hunt (groin) won't practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt was listed with the same injury last week and ended up taking a team-high 12 carries for 48 yards in the 36-19 loss to Los Angeles. A return to practice Thursday would put him on track to play in Sunday's game against Jacksonville, though perhaps in a secondary role off the bench behind inconsistent lead back Jerome Ford.

Hunt carried the ball 12 times for 48 yards and caught his only target for zero yards in Sunday's 36-19 loss to the Rams.

The 28-year-old back actually led the Browns in carries and rushing yards, but Jerome Ford made the biggest impact with a receiving touchdown in the first quarter. Hunt has seen double-digit touches in seven of the last eight games while working in a timeshare with Ford, but he hasn't reached 50 scrimmage yards in five straight, leaving him a TD-dependent fantasy option heading into a Week 14 clash with the Jaguars.

Hunt (groin) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Rams after practicing fully Friday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt opened the week with an absence Wednesday, but he returned to a limited session Thursday before upgrading to full participation Friday. With Hunt officially in the clear for Week 13 action, he'll continue to be part of a 1-2 backfield combo that also features fellow RB Jerome Ford. Through nine games in that role, Hunt has averaged a modest 9.9 carries and 31.8 rushing yards, but the six rushing scores he's notched in that span offers a pace that keeps him on the fantasy lineup radar.

Hunt (groin) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to a limited session one day later bodes well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Rams. If he's available this weekend, Hunt will be in line to continue to work in tandem with fellow RB Jerome Ford, a context that has resulted in Hunt (who is averaging 9.9 carries and 31.8 rushing yards to go along with six TDS in nine games to date) maintaining a degree of weekly fantasy utility of late.

Hunt (groin) didn't practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt had a groin injury earlier in the season, though it's unclear if this new injury is related. It's possible the injury originated during this past Sunday's 29-12 loss to Denver, as Hunt's seven carries in that game marked his lowest total since Week 4. Hunt will have two more opportunities to return to practice this week, but if he fails to do so, additional backfield touches could be in store for Jerome Ford and/or Pierre Strong in Cleveland's run-heavy offense Sunday against the Rams.

Hunt carried seven times for 22 yards and was not targeted in Sunday's 29-12 loss to the Broncos in Week 12.

This marked the first time in seven games that Hunt (19 snaps) was limited to single-digit touches. In the wake of Jerome Ford's high-ankle injury Week 7, Hunt's workload increased to the point where head coach Kevin Stefanski described the two backs as 1A and 1B. It appears now that Ford (51 snaps, nine rushes, seven targets) is the clear No. 1 back, although Hunt's two red-zone carries suggest he could be a factor going forward. Hunt's usage could change Week 13 depending on who starts at quarterback. Dorian Thompson-Robinson was removed from Sunday's game with a concussion, and Stefanski doesn't have an immediate answer for who will start against the Rams. If DTR is unavailable, that leaves PJ Walker or possibly Joe Flacco off the practice squad.

Hunt rushed the ball 12 times for 36 yards in Sunday's 13-10 win over the Steelers.

Hunt saw an exactly even split in carries with Jerome Ford and was the more productive of the duo on a yards-per-carry basis. However, Hunt was on the sideline for the Browns' only touchdown of the game, which ended his five-game touchdown streak. Overall, Hunt has fewer than 50 rushing yards in all but one game this season, so he's reliant upon finding the end zone to deliver fantasy-relevant stat lines.

Hunt rushed the ball 10 times for 32 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-31 win over the Ravens.

Hunt logged seven fewer carries than Jerome Ford and was far less impressive with his opportunity. However, he maintained a significant role deep in the opposition's territory, which he converted into a three-yard touchdown late in the third quarter. Hunt now has a touchdown in each of his last five games despite never topping 55 rushing yards in that span.

Hunt rushed 14 times for 38 yards and a touchdown and failed to bring in his only target in the Browns' 27-0 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

Hunt once again played a significant role in the ground attack, although he was six carries behind Jerome Ford on the day. The veteran back has back-to-back 14-carry tallies and double-digit totes in four straight games overall heading into a Week 10 road battle with the Ravens, but most important from a fantasy perspective, he's now scored five rushing touchdowns in the latter span.

Hunt rushed the ball 14 times for 55 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Seahawks. He added one reception for 12 yards.

Hunt split carries three ways with Pierre Strong and Jerome Ford, though he managed to lead the way with 15 total touches. He wasn't particularly efficient on the ground as he failed to crack a gain of double-digit yards, though he turned in a decent fantasy performance thanks to a one-yard touchdown run late in the second quarter. Hunt could continue to lead the backfield as long as Ford is bothered by an ankle injury, though it's unlikely he'll see a full workhorse role at any point this season.

Hunt (thigh) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

A true game-time decision heading into last week's game against the Colts while nursing the same injury, Hunt suited up and carried 10 times for 31 yards and two touchdowns while failing to haul in his lone target in the Browns' 39-38 win. Though he never managed anything more than limited participation in practice this week, Hunt could be headed for his largest workload of the season after playing no more than 26 snaps on offense in any of his previous four appearances. Top back Jerome Ford is listed as questionable for Sunday's game, but after exiting the win over the Colts with a high-ankle sprain and missing practices Wednesday and Thursday before taking part in Friday's session as a limited participant, he could have his snaps monitored carefully even if he plays. Hunt thus profiles as a stronger fantasy option than usual if Ford suits up, though managers would be able to include Hunt in lineups with an even greater degree of confidence if Ford is deemed inactive ahead of the Browns' 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff

Hunt (thigh) was limited at Thursday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt joined Jerome Ford as a non-participant Wednesday due to a thigh injury, but the former managed to log some on-field work one day later. With Ford expected to miss 1-to-2 weeks due to a high right-ankle sprain, Hunt is the top candidate to produce in his stead, assuming he's able to suit up. Hunt's listing on Friday's practice report will reveal his chances to play Sunday at Seattle.

Hunt (thigh) returned to practice Thursday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

After he missed practice Wednesday, Hunt's return to Thursday's session has him trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Assuming he's active this weekend, he could be busy Week 8 with Jerome Ford (ankle) a candidate to be unavailable.

Hunt (thigh) isn't in line to practice Wednesday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt's Week 8 status gains added import, with Jerome Ford (ankle) expected to miss a week or two. Hunt now has two more chances to return to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, but Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram relays that coach Kevin Stefanski noted Wednesday that he expects Hunt to be available this weekend.

Hunt is expected to serve as the starting running back Week 8 against the Seahawks, as Jerome Ford (ankle) will be unavailable, Zac Jackson and Nando Di Fino of The Athletic reports.

Ford will miss one-to-two weeks after leaving Sunday's win over Indianapolis. Without Ford, the Browns rolled with an even split of Hunt (19 snaps) and Pierre Strong (23). Hunt, who joined Cleveland during Week 3, may not be ready for a full-time load, but his three touchdowns the last two weeks puts him on the fantasy radar.

Hunt rushed the ball 10 times for 31 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 39-38 win over the Colts. He did not record a reception on one target.

Hunt spent most of the game as the complementary option to Jerome Ford (ankle), the latter of whom exited the game early in the fourth quarter. Hunt saw only two carries thereafter, one of which went for the game-winning touchdown. Ford was spotted with a boot on his right ankle after the game, meaning it's possible that Hunt will lead the backfield for a Week 8 matchup against the Seahawks. Even if that's the case, he's shown little efficiency with his work to this point by averaging only 3.2 yards per carry on 32 attempts this season.

Hunt (thigh) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Hunt had been listed as questionable and looked like a true game-time decision heading into Sunday after he had his practice reps limited throughout the week while he managed a thigh strain, but he showed enough in pregame warmups for the Browns to give him the green light to play. Though Hunt grinded out 47 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries to go with three catches for 24 yards in last week's win over the 49ers, he could see his role scaled back a bit this Sunday while he manages the injury. In addition to Hunt and starter Jerome Ford, the Browns are keeping two other running backs active against the Colts in Pierre Strong and Deon Jackson.

Hunt (thigh) is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Colts, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Hunt is officially listed as questionable due to a thigh injury, and it sounds like a pre-game workout will be necessary to determine his availability. Jerome Ford will be the likely favorite to lead Cleveland's backfield no matter the case, but Hunt did pile up 71 yards from scrimmage plus a score on 15 touches versus the 49ers in Week 6. Official word on the veteran's status will arrive 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Hunt (thigh) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt had his practice reps capped throughout the week by a thigh injury. If he's able to play Sunday, he will likely continue to cede the majority of backfield touches to Jerome Ford, though Hunt made the most of his 37 percent snap share in last week's win over the 49ers, racking up 71 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 15 touches.

Hunt (thigh) returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt missed practice Wednesday after logging season highs for carries (12), touches (15), yards (71) and snap share (37 percent) in a 19-17 win over the 49ers this past Sunday. Jerome Ford still led the team in carries (18) and rushing yards (87), but it's possible Hunt's share of the backfield continues to grow moving forward. The 28-year-old appears on track to play this Sunday against the Colts following his Thursday return to practice.

Hunt (thigh) won't practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt set a season high with 12 carries and found the end zone in last week's win over the 49ers, but he opens Cleveland's preparations for a Week 7 matchup against the Colts with a DNP. The veteran running back will have two more opportunities to return to practice, and if Hunt is ultimately able to play Sunday against the Colts, he'll likely fill a change-of-pace role behind Jerome Ford in the backfield.

Hunt rushed 12 times for 47 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 19-17 win over the 49ers.

Hunt scored from 16 yards out in the second quarter after taking a toss from tight end Harrison Bryant on a play set up to look like a Bryant sneak from under center. That creative play accounted for Cleveland's only touchdown, but Hunt's score plus four field goals and stingy defense added up to a win despite Deshaun Watson's (shoulder) absence. Hunt and Jerome Ford (17 carries for 84 yards) both played significant roles in this one, but Ford remains the team's primary backfield option heading into a Week 7 trip to Indianapolis.

Hunt had five carries for 12 yards and was not targeted in Sunday's 28-3 loss to the Ravens in Week 4.

Nothing went right for Cleveland's offense -- the passing attack or the ground game -- as it could not overcome the loss of starting quarterback Deshaun Watson (shoulder). Or, for that matter, Nick Chubb (knee) for a second straight week, as the Browns averaged 3.05 yards per carry. In Hunt's second game since signing in the wake of Chubb's injury, he played 15 snaps, one more than Week 3. Backup quarterback, Dorian Thompson-Robinson, appeared to focus on the receivers with whom he worked extensively during training camp and preseason. Jerome Ford (43 snaps) maintains lead-back status as the Browns enter their bye week. although he may not be the answer for missing Chubb. And it's fair to question whether Hunt, who was still available in September, has enough in the tank to be a lead back.

Hunt (ribs/groin) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Ravens, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Limited sessions Thursday and Friday were enough to clear Hunt after he missed practice Wednesday. With Jerome Ford (shoulder) also healthy entering Sunday's game, Hunt will likely remain relegated to splitting change-of-pace duties behind Ford with Pierre Strong. Hunt's set to make his second appearance of the season for the Browns, as he was signed after Nick Chubb's season-ending knee injury.

Hunt (ribs/groin) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt was listed as DNP Wednesday following his season debut in Week 3, but coach Kevin Stefanski has already stated he believes Hunt will play Sunday against the Ravens. The veteran rushed five times for 13 yards and caught two of three targets for 22 yards versus Tennessee last week.

Coach Kevin Stefanski expects Hunt (ribs/groin), who didn't practice Wednesday, to play Sunday against the Ravens, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt emerged from his season debut in Week 3 with a pair of injury issues, but it appears as though he'll be available this weekend against Baltimore, barring any setbacks. That's a notion that would be supported by the running back's return to practice in any capacity by the end of the week.

Hunt (ribs/groin) won't practice Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

In his season debut this past Sunday against the Titans, Hunt was on the field for 14 snaps on offense en route to rushing five times for 13 yards and catching two passes for 22 yards. With a Wednesday absence on tap, Hunt's status in now worth tracking as this weekend's game against the Ravens approaches. If he's able to suit up in Week 4, Hunt would be in line to continue to work in a complementary role in Cleveland's backfield behind Jerome Ford.

Hunt rushed the ball five times for 13 yards in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Titans. He added two receptions for 22 yards.

Hunt finished second on the team in touches behind Jerome Ford, who had 10 rushing attempts and two receptions. Hunt immediately entered the game on the team's first drive and continued to mix in periodically throughout the rest of the contest. Ultimately, he didn't add much to the backfield that wasn't already provided by Ford, so it remains to be seen if Hunt's role continues to grow.

Coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Friday that Hunt will play in Sunday's Week 3 game against the Titans, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt was just re-signed Wednesday and spent all offseason on the street away from NFL camps, but the Browns evidently like the kind of shape he's in and plan to give him some snaps behind Jerome Ford. Reportedly playing 10 pounds lighter than he did in 2022, Hunt will start out competing with Pierre Strong as Ford's change of pace in the wake of Nick Chubb's season-ending knee injury suffered in Week 2. Hunt is worth a speculative add in fantasy leagues.

Hunt and the Browns agreed to terms on a one-year contract Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealerreports.

Hunt's contract is worth up to $4 million, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Though Brad Stainbrook of 247Sports.com reports that Jerome Ford will remain Cleveland's top running back in the wake of Nick Chubb (knee) suffering a season-ending injury, Hunt's familiarity with coach Kevin Stefanski's scheme means his chances of competing for the top role can't be discounted. Last season, Hunt worked in a complementary role behind Chubb, suiting up for all 17 games with the Browns and recording 123 carries for 468 yards and three touchdowns, plus 35 receptions for 210 yards and another score.

Hunt is expected to re-sign with Cleveland on Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt seems like an ideal candidate to help the Browns fill in for the loss of Nick Chubb (knee) to a season-ending injury, though Brad Stainbrook of 247Sports.com reports that Jerome Ford would remain the No. 1 backfield option. Having spent the last four seasons in Cleveland, Hunt boasts intimate familiarity with coach Kevin Stefanski's scheme and should be able to contribute without needing much time for adjustment. Assuming his signing is soon made official, the 28-year-old could offer legitimate competition to Ford for the starting role.

Hunt scheduled a visit with the Browns on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Cleveland's interest in Hunt comes as no surprise, given that he spent the past four seasons with the organization and the team has a clear need for running-back help after losing starter Nick Chubb (knee) to a season-ending injury in Monday's loss to the Steelers. Head coach Kevin Stefanski noted earlier Tuesday that the Browns will proceed with Jerome Ford as their feature back for now, but if he's able to come to terms with Cleveland on a deal, Hunt could pose a significant threat to Ford for the top spot on the depth chart. In his final season in Cleveland as Chubb's top backup in 2022, Hunt dressed for all 17 games and carried 123 times for 468 yards and three touchdowns and recorded 35 receptions for 210 yards and another score.

Hunt has received contract offers from four teams the past few weeks, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

None of the offers has been to Hunt's liking, though he might lower his standards a bit -- in terms of salary or role expectation -- now that the start of the regular season is less than two weeks away. The 28-year-old visited Indianapolis and New Orleans earlier this month and both teams could still use a veteran RB for at least the early part of the season.

Free agent Hunt is visiting the Vikings on Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Hunt's market is starting to heat up after spending all of spring waiting for teams to call. After previous visits with the Saints and Colts, the 26-year-old will now talk with the Vikings. After Ty Chandler's strong preseason performance Thursday night in Seattle, the Vikings don't have a dire need behind Alexander Mattison, but Kene Nwangwu has been banged up with an undisclosed injury.

Hunt left Indianapolis on Wednesday without signing a contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The Colt reportedly offered him a contract, but it wasn't a strong enough deal to reach an agreement before he left time. Hunt met with the Saints earlier in the week and stills seems more likely than not to find a new team before the start of the regular season.

Though Hunt had what Tom Pelissero of NFL Network describes as a great visit with the Saints, the running back is now slated to visit the Colts.

While a previous report suggested that Hunt was expected to sign with the Saints, the Colts are now evidently in the mix to sign the free agent running back. If Hunt ends up joining the Indianapolis backfield, he'd provide the team with valuable RB depth, considering Jonathan Taylor's contract situation in addition to the arm injury Zack Moss is currently sidelined by.

Hunt is expected to sign a contract with New Orleans after having visited the team, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports.

Hunt's presence would help tide the Saints by with Alvin Kamara (suspension) set to miss the first three games of the season, though the team does already have Jamaal Williams and rookie third-round pick Kendre Miller available in the backfield. The 28-year-old veteran had only 123 carries for 468 and three scores across 17 games with Cleveland last season, but he has proven an ability to operate as a three-down workhorse, so his arrival would give New Orleans one of the league's more crowded backfields. Per Russini, Hunt's signing will be made official once he passes his physical.

Hunt will visit the Saints this week, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

New Orleans hasn't really been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Hunt, who is making his first reported free-agent visit since his contract expired at the start of the league year. Alvin Kamara is suspended for the first three games of the season, but it nonetheless seems like a suboptimal situation for establishing fantasy value given that the Saints signed Jamaal Williams and drafted Kendre Miller in the third round earlier this offseason. Hunt turned 28 on Sunday, and he'll likely sign somewhere within the next few weeks even if things don't work out on his visit to New Orleans.

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.

In terms of combined yards, the 28 were Hunt's most since Week 13. Coming off a three-touch, minus-1 yard performance in Week 17, it seems Hunt was given a chance to showcase his wares in advance of the free-agent market this offseason. The year began as an effort to make Hunt and Nick Chubb work as a tandem backfield, but the plan devolved as Cleveland's season went sideways. A healthy Chubb was expected to cap Hunt's opportunities, but the Deshaun Watson-less Browns fell into a funk, and the Ohio native saw his touches diminish over the second half of the season. Hunt averaged 12 touches per contest over the first eight weeks but dropped to seven over the final nine games. The six-year veteran enters free agency this offseason, and there's a strong chance Hunt hits the open market beginning March 15 at 4:00 PM.

Hunt (head) returned to Sunday's game against the Steelers, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt briefly left Sunday's game to get evaluated for a head injury, but he's presumably cleared concussion protocol and returned to the contest. Before leaving, he totaled three rushing attempts for 10 yards and caught all three of his targets for 15 receiving yards.

Hunt is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers due to a head injury, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Prior to exiting the contest, Hunt had carried three times for 10 yards and caught all three of his targets for 15 yards while working behind Cleveland's top back, Nick Chubb.

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.

This was a season-low in touches and yards for Hunt, who played 18 snaps for a 32-percent share in what could have been his penultimate game in a Browns uniform. His contract is up after this season, and the organization appears to have shifted to the future after it was eliminated from the postseason in Week 16. Rookie running back Jerome Ford was given a season-high seven snaps and had five carries for nine yards.

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.

The weather was conducive to a big workload for the ground attack, but Hunt still logged 17 fewer carries than backfield mate Nick Chubb. The veteran back's carry total was his second highest since Week 5 and his catch tally a high-water mark since Week 8, but Hunt's game-to-game workload is anything but trustworthy heading into a Week 17 road matchup against the Commanders on Sunday, Jan. 1.

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.

Hunt's five touches were the second fewest of the season, and he was held to under 30 combined yards for the third time in the last four games. The 27-year-old back hasn't found the end zone since Week 7.

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.

The Bengals did a good job of taking away the running game, Hunt had just 12 combined yards, the second fewest 13 games. He had three red-zone carries and a target, giving him 24 carries and six targets inside the opponents' 20-yard line, so the backup could still be a fantasy factor going forward while the Browns still have faint playoff hopes.

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.

While a modest total, Hunt's nine carries marked his highest total since Week 8. He made the most of his opportunity by ripping off gains of 15 and 11 yards to also tally his highest yardage total on the ground since Week 2. Hunt has only three total touchdowns on the season, which makes him difficult to trust on a weekly basis combined with his relatively limited involvement in the Browns' offense.

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.

While it was a good day for the ground game as a whole -- 189 yards, 5.6 YPC -- it was another quiet game for Hunt, who has 21 combined yards or fewer in the four of the last six games. He opened the season averaging 12 carries and 15 touches through the first five games but those averages dropped to six carries and eight touches in the subsequent six weeks. His role as a receiving back could improve beginning Week 13 at Houston, the first game quarterback Deshaun Watson is eligible to play following an 11-game suspension.

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.

Buffalo stifled the Browns' vaunted rushing attack, although Hunt found some room on his limited touches as a runner. While it's been mainly the Nick Chubb show in the backfield, a gifted receiver like Hunt could experience a renaissance when Deshaun Watson becomes available Week 13.

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.

Hunt's disappointing afternoon saw him partly limited by game script, as even backfield leader Nick Chubb logged only 11 carries. Hunt's single-digit rushing yardage tally was his second of the last three games, but he'll hope for more opportunity overall in a Week 12 road matchup against the Bills.

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.

Perhaps being showcased for a trade before Tuesday's deadline, Hunt tied his season high with four receptions, all in the first half. By the end of the game, he also tied his season high of 15 touches while coming two scrimmage yards short of his season best from back in Week 2. Hunt could see an uptick in value if he's traded to a team searching for a lead back. Otherwise, he'll continue to settle for change-of-pace duties behind Nick Chubb after Cleveland's Week 9 bye.

The Browns are willing to trade Hunt prior to Tuesday's deadline, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Hunt, who is on the final year of his contract with Cleveland and seeking a new deal, requested a trade back in August. Schefter reports that the Browns are now open to Hunt's request to be dealt, and that the team expects to receive either a 2023 fourth-round pick or an asset better than the 2024 compensatory pick that would come their way if the running back were to depart in free agency. Hunt logged double-digit carries in the first five games of the season, but he's combined for just nine rushing opportunities in the Browns' last two contests. If trade talks are truly heating up, it could impact Hunt's involvement in Monday's contest against the Bengals.

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.

Hunt produced his lowest rushing yardage output of the season but was able to punch in a two-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter to prevent his afternoon from being a complete fantasy washout. Hunt now has just 16 rushing yards on nine carries in the last two games after logging double-digit attempts at least 46 rushing yards in each of the first five games of the campaign.

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.

The Browns vaunted running game was bottled up by the Patriots, and they largely abandoned Hunt and Nick Chubb, even before the game got out of hand. Cleveland entered Sunday's match having rushed 53 percent of the time, but the Browns ran just 29 percent against New England.

Hunt rushed 11 times for 47 yards with one touchdown and brought in all three targets for 10 yards in the Browns' 3028 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Hunt filled his usual complementary role alongside Nick Chubb, and was effective with it, scoring his second rushing touchdown of the season on a two-yard run late in the third quarter. The veteran has double-digit carries and receptions in every game thus far, but the fact he's typically capped under 15 carries limits his upside somewhat. Hunt's next opportunity to add to his solid start to the season comes in a Week 6 home battle against the Patriots.

Hunt rushed 10 times for 49 yards and caught two of three targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to Atlanta.

Cleveland's rushing attack was headlined by Nick Chubb (19 carries for 118 yards and a touchdown) , with Hunt playing his usual solid complementary role. The 27-year-old is averaging 50.0 rushing yards (4.4 YPC) and 18.3 receiving yards per game (4.4 YPC) to go along with two total touchdowns. Hunt could see extra usage as a receiver against a high-octane Chargers' offense next Sunday.

Hunt rushed 12 times for 47 yards and brought in three of four targets for 14 yards in the Browns' 29-17 win over the Steelers on Thursday night.

As customary, Hunt was the ideal complement to lead back Nick Chubb, offering the latter a breather on occasion and also contributing in the passing game with the third-most receptions on the team. Hunt has no fewer than 11 carries and has recorded multiple receptions in the Browns' first three games, a reliable workload that can afford him some fantasy success with enough touchdown equity. The veteran back will look to continue building on his successful start versus the Falcons in a Week 4 road battle a week from Sunday.

Hunt rushed 13 times for 58 yards and caught both of his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Jets.

Hunt scored twice in Week 1 while Nick Chubb was kept out of the end zone, but the script flipped in Week 2, as Chubb found the end zone three times on 17 carries. Both running backs saw plenty of usage in a game that the Browns never trailed until Garrett Wilson gave the Jets the lead for good with 22 seconds remaining. Hunt has totaled 15 touches in each of Cleveland's first two games, so he should remain a key part of the offensive game plan Thursday against the Steelers.

Hunt rushed 11 times for 46 yards and a touchdown and brought in all four targets for 24 yards and another score in the Browns' 26-24 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

Hunt played his usual complementary role behind Nick Chubb, logging just half the carries of his teammate. However, he was the only one of the two to find the end zone, crossing the goal line on a one-yard reception and 24-yard scamper in the first quarter to account for Cleveland's first two scores. Hunt notably finished second on the day for the Browns in both receptions and receiving yards, and with Jacoby Brissett's propensity for high-percentage throws, this could well continue to be an even bigger component of the veteran back's offense profile than usual. Hunt and his teammates aim to build on the wild season-opening victory when they face the Jets in a Week 2 home matchup next Sunday.

Hunt didn't play in Saturday's preseason game versus the Bears, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Neither Hunt nor Nick Chubb suited up this preseason, which doesn't surprise with Jacoby Brissett poised to lead the Browns offense for much of the season due to Deshaun Watson's 11-game suspension. As a result, the backfield duo figure to have outsized roles. In three seasons with the Browns, Chubb has averaged 13 touches for 67.8 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring 19 touchdowns in 32 appearances.

Hunt returned to team drills Sunday after voluntarily sitting out the last two days while disgruntled with his current contract, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt held himself out of team drills during Friday and Saturday's practices in protest while asking for a long-term extension, and James Palmer of NFL Network reported earlier Sunday that Hunt had requested a trade, which the team denied. However, despite the weekend antics, it appears the talented running back is back in the mix and will continue fully participating in practices throughout training camp. Hunt appeared in only eight games during the 2021 campaign due to a litany of injury, but he accounted for 1,145 scrimmage yards and 11 touchdowns in 2020.

Hunt has not participated in team drills over the last two days as he looks for a contract extension, Josina Anderson of CBS Sports reports.

The pseudo-holdout is a bit strange considering Hunt is still participating in individual workouts. The veteran tailback is on the final year of a two-year, $13.25 million extension signed back in 2020. Hunt played in just eight games during the 2021 season due to a litany of injuries, but he was a multi-talented force back in 2020 accounting for over 1,100 yards from scrimmage along with 11 touchdowns. Given the Browns just dished out an expensive extension to star running back Nick Chubb last year, it remains to be seen what type of budget remains for Hunt which could mean this situation persists into the dog days of training camp.

Hunt said Wednesday that he feels "100 percent" healthy and that there is nothing bothering him physically heading into Cleveland's training camp starting July 27, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt battled multiple injuries that limited him to just eight games in 2021, including a torn calf and separate ankle issue. The No. 2 running back still managed to accumulate 560 yards on 100 total touches in a crowded position group consisting of Nick Chubb, D'Ernest Johnson and Demetric Felton. Hunt is heading into the final year of his current contract with the Browns and he hopes to sign an extension with the team before the start of this coming season, according to Petrak. The 26-year-old has been a very effective complementary back during his three-year tenure with the Browns, but the team's difficult cap situation moving forward may complicate any extension talks this offseason.

Hunt remains in Cleveland's plans despite a surplus of running backs, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

The Browns' selection of Jerome Ford in the fifth round of the 2022 draft set off speculation about the crowded running back room and how the team would accommodate the depth. The first thoughts were that Hunt or D'Ernest Johnson could be moved -- Hunt's in the final year of a deal and Johnson's tendered. However, there was a lot of Hunt and Nick Chubb on the field together during OTAs, suggesting the offense could feature them together more this season.

Hunt (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

With the Browns out of playoff contention, the team will err on the side of caution with Hunt, who hasn't suited up since Week 14. As a result, Nick Chubb is slated to head the team's Week 18 backfield, with D'Ernest Johnson a candidate to mix in and Demetric Felton on hand in reserve.

Hunt (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Hunt, who last suited up in Week 14, continues to be limited by an ankle issue, which clouds his status for the Browns' season finale. With the team eliminated from playoff contention, it's plausible that Hunt could be held out or limited Sunday if his ankle remains problematic ahead of Cleveland's 1:00 ET kickoff in Week 18

Hunt (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Cleveland scheduled a traditional practice Thursday after holding more of a walk-through workout Wednesday, so Hunt likely was more active for the former session, even though he was listed as limited for the second day in a row. Unless he puts in a full practice Friday, Hunt's status for Sunday's game against the Bengals will be difficult to pin down. The Browns are already eliminated from playoff contention and have little else at stake in the regular-season finale, so the team could choose to hold Hunt out or limit his workload even if he's cleared to play for the first time since Week 14.

Hunt (ankle) is listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Coach Kevin Stefanski Wednesday's practice was just a walk-through, adding that Hunt's availability for Sunday's game against Cincinnati will depend on how he looks later in the week. The running back last played Week 14.

Hunt (ankle) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Steelers.

With Hunt, who last suited up in Week 14, still unavailable for Week 17 action, Nick Chubb is slated to head the Browns' backfield Monday, with D'Ernest Johnson a candidate to mix in and Demetric Felton on hand in reserve.

Hunt (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

The Browns listed Hunt, who recently spent time on the reserve/COVID-19 list, as a limited practice participant Friday and Saturday due to his ankle issue. The running back, who last suited up in Week 14, thus has a chance to return to action Monday night, though the team's 8:15 ET kickoff adds an element of risk to those considering in Hunt in Week 17 fantasy lineups. If active, he'd be in line to reclaim a share of Cleveland's backfield work alongside Nick Chubb.

Hunt (ankle) was a limited practice participant Friday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt's limited showing marked his first practice activity of any kind since he injured his ankle Dec. 12 in the Browns' Week 14 win over the Ravens. The running back's rehab program for the injury was interrupted by a recent stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but he's fully recovered from the virus and is now focusing on proving to the Browns' coaching and training staffs that his ankle his healthy. However, because he's been sidelined for the last two games and has appeared in only two contests over the last 10 weeks, Hunt may need to turn in a full practice Saturday to lock in his availability for Monday's showdown with Pittsburgh.

Hunt (ankle) is expected to participate at Friday's practice, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt has been unable to practice this week due to the ankle injury, so any participation Friday's session would be a step in the right direction for Week 17. The 26-year-old missed the past two games while on the reserve/COVID-19 list, though he may have been absent regardless due to the ankle issue. Hunt could avoid an injury designation for Monday's matchup with the Steelers if he's able to practice with no limitations by Saturday.

Hunt (ankle) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt was one of several Browns players who recently spent time on the reserve/COVID-19 list after testing positive for the virus, but the ankle injury was probably the bigger reason why he wasn't available to play Weeks 15 and 16. Even with a longer turnaround for Week 17, Hunt still isn't ready to resume practicing, which isn't the greatest sign for his availability Monday in Pittsburgh. That being said, head coach Kevin Stefanski said he isn't ruling Hunt out from playing against the Steelers, according to Dan Labbe of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. That said, the running back would surely need to practice in some fashion Friday and/or Saturday to make that a reality.

Hunt (ankle) wasn't present at Tuesday's practice, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt completed a stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, but it appears a preexisting ankle issue that he sustained Dec. 12 against the Ravens continues to bother him. He's missed two games since then, and his activity (or lack thereof) in practice will be key to determining whether he'll be able to return to action Monday in Pittsburgh. Tuesday's session isn't official, so the Browns may not get a sense of Hunt's potential to play until Thursday, when they'll turn in their first Week 17 injury report. If Hunt requires further time away from the field, D'Ernest Johnson will remain the change-of-pace option behind Cleveland's top running back Nick Chubb.

Cleveland activated Hunt (ankle) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Though he's cleared the NFL's COVID-19 return-to-play protocol, Hunt will still need to prove he's not hindered by the ankle injury he sustained Dec. 12 against the Ravens. The time on the COVID-19 list may have been a blessing in disguise for Hunt, who received the opportunity to rest the ankle while in quarantine rather than gearing up for a quick return and potentially suffering an aggravation. Cleveland won't play its Week 17 game until next Monday (Jan. 3) in Pittsburgh, so Hunt will have some additional time to prove his health. Once deemed ready to go, he'll likely displace D'Ernest Johnson as the top change-of-pace option behind lead back Nick Chubb.

Head coach Kevin Stefanski said he doesn't expect Hunt (ankle, reserve/COVID-19 list) to be available for Saturday's game against the Packers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

The running back currently remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but even if he clears the necessary protocols and is activated this week, his ankle issue is still enough of a concern that he's trending toward missing a second straight game. If Hunt remains sidelined, Nick Chubb would once again lead the Cleveland backfield Week 16, with D'Ernest Johnson and Demetric Felton on hand to work in complementary roles.

Hunt (ankle) wasn't activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list in advance of Monday's game against the Raiders, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Prior to landing on the list, Hunt had been ruled out for the game (originally scheduled for Saturday) due to an ankle issue. However, despite the added time afforded by the game being moved to Monday, the running back remains unavailable and will look to gain clearance to play in the Browns' Dec. 25 matchup versus the Packers. In his absence Monday, Nick Chubb is slated to head the team's backfield, with D'Ernest Johnson a candidate to mix in, with Demetric Felton and John Kelly available in reserve.

Hunt has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Prior to this move, Hunt had been ruled out for Saturday's scheduled game against the Raiders due to an ankle injury, but now he's on the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of the Browns' Week 15 contest, which has been rescheduled to Monday at 5 pm ET. The running back will thus presumably target a potential return to action as soon as Cleveland's Dec. 25 contest against the Packers, though Hunt has some hurdles to clear for that to be possible.

Hunt (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Raiders, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Given that Hunt is out this week, Nick Chubb is slated to head the Browns' backfield Saturday, with D'Ernest Johnson a candidate to mix in and Demetric Felton on hand in reserve. That is, however, assuming they remain off the team's lengthy reserve/COVID-19 list.

Hunt (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Per Zac Jackson of The Athletic, coach Kevin Stefanski noted earlier this week that Hunt was "unlikely" to play Saturday against the Raiders. That narrative hasn't changed and in the meantime the Browns have added multiple players to the reserve/COVID-19 list. Assuming their Week 15 availability, Nick Chubb and D'Ernest Johnson appear poised to be the Browns' top backfield options this weekend.

Hunt (ankle) won't take part in Tuesday's walkthrough, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

As expected, Hunt will stay away from the field after he sustained an ankle injury this past Sunday versus the Ravens. He's slated to miss at least one game as a result of the issue, meaning Nick Chubb and D'Ernest Johnson are poised to be the Browns' main RB options Saturday against the Raiders.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Hunt (ankle) is "unlikely" to suit up for Saturday's game against the Raiders, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Hunt was forced out of Sunday's win over the Ravens and subsequently underwent an MRI, and it looks like he will now have to miss time. If Hunt is indeed unable to face Las Vegas, Nick Chubb will operate as the unquestioned lead in Cleveland's backfield while D'Ernest Johnson picks up the slack. An expected recovery timetable for Hunt remains unknown.

Hunt will undergo an MRI on his ankle Monday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Coach Kevin Stefanski noted after Sunday's 24-22 win over the Ravens that Hunt wanted to try to fight through his ankle issue, but the team decided to hold him out following his exit after just two carries. In his absence, D'Ernest Johnson picked up added RB snaps behind Nick Chubb.

Hunt was forced out of Sunday's game against the Ravens with an ankle injury, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Prior to his exit from the contest, Hunt logged two carries for five yards and a pair of catches for 13 yards. His absence leaves added backfield touches available for Nick Chubb and possibly D'Ernest Johnson.

Hunt (calf) isn't listed on the Browns' Week 14 injury report, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt was held out of the Browns' final drive in the team's Week 12 loss to the Ravens after his calf tightened up, but he was a full go Wednesday on the heels of Cleveland's bye week. That sets the stage for the running back to be out there for this weekend's rematch against Baltimore, a contest in which coach Kevin Stefanski said both Nick Chubb and Hunt are poised for big workloads, per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal.

Hunt (calf) is expected to be fine after being held out of the Browns' final drive in Sunday's loss to the Ravens, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram

Hunt returned from a five-game absence due to a calf injury during Sunday night's matchup, and the team's coaching staff was monitoring the running back's status throughout the game. His calf tightened up late in the game, so he was kept off the field for the team's final offensive possession. However, coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that the 26-year-old didn't aggravate his injury, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him available following Cleveland's Week 13 bye.

Hunt (calf) was held out of Cleveland's final offensive position due to a stiff leg, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Head coach Kevin Stefanski didn't provide any additional information after the game, but this certainly is a concerning report given that Hunt just returned from a five-game absence due to a calf injury this week. We will have to wait to find out if Sunday's injury is related to his previous one. As for the game itself, Hunt -- like many of the Browns' offensive players -- was unable to do much against the Ravens' stout defense, finishing with just 20 rushing yards on seven carries with no receptions. The positive news is that Cleveland's bye is on tap, so Hunt will have an extra week to recover before attempting to suit up in a rematch against the Ravens in Week 14.

Hunt (calf) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Ravens, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

This will mark Hunt's first game appearance since Week 6, and in his return from IR he's likely to handle third-down and complementary work behind top back Nick Chubb, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. It's an arrangement that yielded enough touches for Hunt to maintain fantasy relevance prior to his calf injury, though Rapoport suggests that the Browns figure to ease Hunt back into the mix with "not too big of a workload" Sunday, which could allow D'Ernest Johnson to mix in as well versus Baltimore.

Hunt (calf), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Baltimore, is expected to be available and will be in line to serve as Cleveland's third-down back, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Following a five-game absence, Hunt rejoined the Browns for practice Wednesday and was officially reinstated from injured reserve Saturday, but the team still elected to give him a designation heading into Sunday. Hunt is seemingly being listed as questionable in the event he suffers a setback during pregame warmups, but assuming he avoids the inactive list ahead of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, he'll settle into a complementary role behind No. 1 back Nick Chubb. Rapoport suggests that the Browns are inclined to ease Hunt back into the mix with "not too big of a workload," so D'Ernest Johnson could also have some involvement in Cleveland's offensive game plan when Chubb is off the field.

Hunt (calf) was activated from injured reserve on Saturday.

Hunt has been sidelined since suffering the calf strain Week 6 versus Arizona, and he's now officially back on the active roster after missing six games. The 26-year-old had 361 rushing yards with a 5.2 YPC to go along with 20 receptions for 161 yards and five total touchdowns before going down with the injury. He should immediately reclaim his role as the 1B backfield option alongside Nick Chubb for Cleveland.

Coach Kevin Stefanski says he expects Hunt (calf) to be activated from IR before Sunday's game against the Ravens, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The team still needs to officially activate Hunt from IR, but all signs point to him coming off IR before Sunday's game and suiting up as the Browns' 1B backfield option alongside Nick Chubb. Hunt hasn't played since Week 6, but he was extremely effective prior to getting hurt, averaging 5.2 yards per carry and scoring five touchdowns.

Hunt (calf) expects to play in Sunday's game against the Ravens, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports. "Yeah, [I'll] see how I feel during the week, but I'm definitely thinking I'm going to play," Hunt said Wednesday morning.

Hunt was designated to return from injured reserve, opening a 21-day window for the Browns to place him back on the active roster. He then returned to practice Wednesday afternoon, as expected, setting the stage for his first appearance since Week 6. The Browns haven't committed to Sunday night as the return date, but Hunt made it clear that's his goal. Once Hunt is available, D'Ernest Johnson may be out of a role, despite doing solid work with both Hunt and Nick Chubb missing games this season.

The Browns designated Hunt (calf) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

The transactions opens up a 21-day window in which the Browns can evaluate Hunt in practice as he prepares for a return for the 53-man roster. Before being placed on IR on Oct. 19 with the right calf strain, Hunt had filled a key complementary role behind top back Nick Chubb, averaging a robust 5.2 yards on 69 carries while catching 20 passes and scoring five touchdowns through six games. Since Hunt isn't an official member of the roster, the Browns won't have to list the extent of his participation in practice this week, but if the 26-year-old looks good in his return to the field, he'll have a good chance at suiting up Sunday in Baltimore.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday he's "hopeful" Hunt (calf) will be available for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Stefanski also said that Hunt will resume practicing this week and thus be designated to return from IR, per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram. A right calf strain has kept Hunt sidelined since Week 6, but after five straight absences it looks like the running back is now honing in on a return to the field in time, potentially in time for Sunday's upcoming divisional matchup.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said Hunt (calf) won't be activated from injured reserve prior to Sunday's game against the Lions, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

After spending the requisite three games on IR while recovering from a right calf strain, Hunt was first eligible to practice Week 10, but the Browns didn't clear him to do so. One week later, Hunt still hasn't been deemed ready to practice, making it an easy call for the Browns to rule him out for a fifth consecutive contest. Stefanski hasn't suggested that Hunt has experienced any sort of setback in his recovery, so the 26-year-old may just be trending toward the longer end of his recovery timeline, which Ian Rapoport of NFL Network relayed was 4-to-6 weeks after the running back sustained the injury Oct. 17. With Hunt sidelined and Nick Chubb (illness) having yet to be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list after sitting out last week's loss to the Patriots, the Browns will begin Week 11 prep with D'Ernest Johnson as the top healthy back on the 53-man roster.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Hunt (calf) will miss Sunday's game in New England, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Kimberley A. Martin of ESPN suggests Hunt may not return from IR until December, though the Browns haven't ruled him out beyond Week 10. The game against New England will mark his fourth straight absence, with Nov. 21 against the Lions representing the next opportunity for a return.

The Browns placed Hunt (calf) on injured reserve Tuesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

With a 4-to-6-week timetable to return from the calf injury he sustained this past Sunday against the Cardinals, Hunt was destined to land on IR, if only to open up a spot on the active roster than anything. The Browns proceeded to sign running back John Kelly off the practice squad Tuesday, but this position group still runs through Nick Chubb, when healthy. Chubb is not, though, as he sat out Week 6 and kicked off Week 7 prep as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate. There's no telling if Chubb will do enough to be able to play Thursday versus the Broncos, but at the moment Demetric Felton, D'Ernest Johnson, Kelly and fullback Johnny Stanton are the four healthy members of Cleveland's backfield.

Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed the reported four-to-six week timeline for Hunt (calf), Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

The coach said Hunt will miss more than three weeks and is "in that ballpark" of four to six weeks. With a game Thursday against Denver, the Browns are scrambling with a banged up backfield. Nick Chubb (calf) was inactive Week 6 and started the short practice week as a DNP. D'Ernest Johnson and Demetric Felton ascended the depth chart during Sunday's game after Hunt was removed and are poised to fill in Thursday if necessary.

Hunt (calf) will be placed on IR and miss multiple weeks, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hunt will be required to miss at least the next three games if he's placed on IR, though Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that his expected recovery timeframe is actually 4-6 weeks. Nick Chubb (calf) was unable to suit up Week 6 versus the Cardinals, but Cleveland is reportedly not considering placing him on IR. Meanwhile, Baker Mayfield (shoulder) intends to suit up Thursday versus the Broncos, and Odell Beckham (shoulder) is also dealing with an injury.

Hunt won't return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to a calf injury, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com

Hunt entered the contest having dealt with wrist and knee issues this past week. Now, he has a new health concern after he remained on the turf for a spell before needing help from trainers to get off the field and a cart to get to the locker room. The severity of the calf injury is unknown, but the Browns aren't taking any chances with a backfield that was without Nick Chubb (calf) in Week 6. With Chubb and Hunt sidelined, Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson are the remaining healthy running backs on the Browns' active roster.

Hunt needed assistance to get off the field Sunday against the Cardinals, as he was unable to put any weight on his right leg, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

On a possession the spanned the end of the third and beginning of the fourth quarters, Hunt got banged up at one point but stayed in the game. Later, on a fourth down that the Browns didn't convert, he stayed on the turf for awhile before coming off the field and needing a cart to get to the locker room, per Jake Trotter of ESPN.com. If he's unable to return -- which seems likely -- Hunt will finish Week 6 with 17 touches for 78 yards from scrimmage working as the lead back with Nick Chubb (calf) sidelined. Behind that duo, Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson are the healthy and available running backs on the Browns' roster.

Hunt (wrist/knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.

Hunt didn't practice either Wednesday or Thursday, but was able to return to a limited session Friday. In doing so, the running back looked good, coach Kevin Stefanski told Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. With Nick Chubb (calf) having already been ruled out for Sunday's contest, Stefanski also noted that Hunt (the expected starter at RB) is line for more work than usual in Week 6, while adding that the team has a specific number of touches in mind for the running back, with an eye toward not overextending him. With that in mind, D'Ernest Johnson and Demetric Felton are candidates to log complementary/change-of-pace snaps versus Arizona.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that Hunt (wrist/knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, should be ready to handle a larger role than normal with top back Nick Chubb (calf) out, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports. "I don't want to kill Kareem," Stefanski said, noting that he has a number of snaps and touches in mind for Hunt.

Since the Browns will hav a quick turnaround for Week 7 with the Broncos traveling to Cleveland for a Thursday night game, Stefanski cautioned that Hunt won't be overworked in Sunday's contest. That being said, the absence of Chubb -- who was averaging 19 touches per game -- should pave the way for Hunt to take on his biggest workload to date, assuming the contest is reasonably competitive throughout. Behind Hunt, rookie Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson are expected to get touches, too, according to Pelissero, but neither player is expected to see as sizable of a snap or touch count that Hunt typically enjoys as the No. 2 option behind Chubb. Fantasy managers will still want to confirm that Hunt avoids the inactive list ahead of Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, though that seems like a foregone conclusion at this point.

Hunt (wrist/knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, is slated to be the Browns' No. 1 running back with Nick Chubb (calf) ruled out, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Chubb was unable to practice all week in the wake of the calf injury he picked up Week 5 against the Chargers in L.A. Hunt himself was a part of the rehab group Wednesday and Thursday as he tended to wrist and knee issues, but he set himself up for potential active status Sunday with a limited session Friday. Afterward, he said, "It felt pretty good, so we're going to see how it goes." Ultimately, the Browns won't reveal Hunt's availability -- or lack thereof -- until 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but all signs point toward the fifth-year pro leading Cleveland's backfield Week 6. If he mimics Chubb's workload on the season, Hunt will go from 14.4 touches per game to 19, putting him into the RB1 picture. Behind Hunt, Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson are the running backs on the active roster, while John Kelly is a candidate to be elevated from the practice squad.

Hunt (wrist/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Meanwhile fellow running back Nick Chubb (calf) has been ruled out for the contest, which sets the stage for Hunt to log heavy work this weekend, assuming he's active. With that in mind it's worth tracking Hunt's status as Sunday's 4:05 ET kickoff approaches, with added context regarding his Week 6 status likely to arrive no later than late Saturday/early Sunday, when national reporters like Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport provide their weekly injury updates.

Hunt (wrist) was on the field at Friday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt was held out of Thursday's practice due to the wrist issue, but it appears he'll at least work as a limited participant a day later. Nick Chubb has yet to practice this week due to a calf injury, and if he's unavailable this weekend Hunt is poised to operate as Cleveland's No. 1 tailback versus Arizona, assuming he's available himself.

Hunt (wrist/knee) didn't practice Thursday.

The same applies to Nick Chubb (calf), which sets the stage for Friday's practice and subsequent injury report to loom large in terms of the composition of Cleveland's backfield for Sunday's 4:05 ET contest against the Cardinals. In a scenario where one or both of the team's top backs are limited or out this weekend, added Week 6 snaps would be available for Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson.

Hunt (wrist/knee) was seen working out on the side field during practice Thursday and is expected to be listed as a non-participant for the second straight day, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Cleveland will hold both of its top two backs out of team drills for the second day in a row, as Nick Chubb (calf) also isn't practicing. Hunt may be further along in his recovery from his respective injuries than Chubb, however, as Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes that Hunt was taking part in elliptical work under the supervision of trainers Thursday, while Chubb wasn't present at the facility at all. A resolution on the statuses of both players should come following Friday's practice, but if both Chubb and Hunt aren't able to play or handle their normal workloads Sunday against the Cardinals, Demetric Felton and D'Ernest Johnson would be the next men up out of the backfield.

Hunt (wrist/knee) won't practice Wednesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Fellow running back Nick Chubb (calf) will also sit out the session, though it's possible that the duo's absence from practice Wednesday could be more of a rep management situation than an indication that the Browns' backfield could potentially be shorthanded Sunday against the Cardinals. What the duo is able to do at practice Thursday should thus add some clarity with regard to their Week 6 status'.

Hunt rushed 14 times for 69 yards and a touchdown and brought in two of four targets for 17 yards in the Browns' 14-7 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

Hunt saw seven fewer carries and gained 31 fewer yards than backfield mate Nick Chubb, but he was the only one of the duo to cross the goal line. The dual-threat back went in from one yard out late in the second half notch his third rushing score in the first four games of the season, and he extended his streak of double-digit carries to three games with a season-high tally in rush attempts. Hunt will look to keep up his strong work on the ground while building his passing-game role back up in a Week 5 road matchup against the Chargers.

Hunt rushed 10 times for 81 yards and a touchdown and brought in six of seven targets for 74 yards in the Browns' 26-6 win over the Bears on Sunday.

Hunt saw 12 fewer carries than backfield mate Nick Chubb after outpacing him by a pair in a Week 2 win over the Texans, but he did exponentially more with his opportunity and also notched his second touchdown of the season with a 29-yard scamper on the first play of the fourth quarter. Hunt's receptions, receiving yards and targets were also all season-high figures, and he could remain similarly involve in the short passing game as long as Jarvis Landry (IR-knee) is sidelined. The versatile back will aim to put together a successful encore in a Week 4 road battle against the Vikings.

Hunt rushed 13 times for 51 yards and secured his only target for two yards in the Browns' 31-21 win over the Texans on Sunday.

Hunt notably took two more carries than Nick Chubb, but the latter was more productive while outpacing him by 44 rushing yards and also recording a score on the ground. Nevertheless, Hunt's involvement as a rusher was intriguing after he only logged six carries in the opener versus the Chiefs, but it's also likely Chubb reclaims a clearer lead-back role in a Week 3 battle versus the Bears.

Hunt carried the ball six times for 33 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 33-29 loss to Kansas City. He also ran in a two-point conversion.

While Hunt didn't see high volume, getting nine touches to Nick Chubb's 17, he was able to do some damage against the club that drafted him back in 2017. The Browns have once again made the ground game the focus of their offense, which should have Hunt poised for another productive performance in Week 2 at home against the Texans.

Hunt rushed twice for five yards in Sunday's 19-10 preseason win over the Falcons.

Hunt was on the field for the Browns' first drive, but only received two touches before handing things off to the backups. The 26-year-old was not targeted in the passing game, which is an area he figures to be heavily involved in as part of one of the best running back tandems in the league alongside Nick Chubb. The latter is the more desirable fantasy option, but as we saw last year, Hunt can have value even as a "backup" (1,145 combined yards and 11 combined touchdowns). The Browns will have to rely on all of their horses in what should be a high-scoring affair against the Chiefs in Week 1 of the regular season.

Hunt says he's happy sharing backfield work with Nick Chubb, even noting that the Browns should give his teammate a big contract, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports. "Pay that man," Hunt said. "He's a freak of nature. He's like a brother to me ... hope we can play together for a long time."

Chubb's presence may relegate Hunt to a reserve role, but that could also help prolong his career, especially if the Cleveland offensive line maintains its high level of play from 2020. Hunt is entering the first season of the two-year, $12 million extension he signed last September, while Chubb is entering the final year of his rookie contract and figures to eventually land a much larger deal. The Browns might use a franchise tag on Chubb next offseason if they still haven't worked out a long-term contract.

Hunt rushed six times for 32 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for two yards in Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC divisional round.

Hunt didn't register a touch in the first half, as the Browns took a 19-3 deficit into the locker room. He continued to play second fiddle to Nick Chubb in the third quarter, then took the spotlight himself early in the fourth with a three-yard rushing touchdown. Cleveland's offense got the ball only one more time after that and gained just 12 yards before punting the ball back to Kansas City, and the Chiefs ran out the clock from there. Hunt should continue to work as the 1B to Chubb in Cleveland's run-heavy offense next season after scoring 14 scrimmage touchdowns between the regular season and postseason.

Hunt registered 48 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries, adding a 13-yard reception during Sunday's 48-37 wild-card win against Pittsburgh.

Hunt was contained to single-digit rush attempts for the fourth time over his past five outings, but the back's two first-quarter rushing scores against the Steelers matched his total from 51 carries between Weeks 12 and 17. His contributions are undeniable, as Hunt has 841 yards for Cleveland's No. 3 rushing offense during the regular season. However, it appears as a rusher he'll continue to play second fiddle to Nick Chubb, who garnered 18 carries in the wild-card win and who has exceeded Hunt's rush-attempt total 133-83 since his Week 10 return from an MCL injury. Hunt always carries the potential for an explosive play, and he carries 13 total TDs into an AFC divisional-round matchup against his former team in the Chiefs.

Hunt carried the ball 10 times for 37 yards in Week 17 against the Steelers. He added one reception for four yards.

Hunt earned 11 touches in comparison to Nick Chubb's 14, though he was out-gained 108-41. Disappointing performances have become the norm for Hunt, as he logged 35 or fewer rushing yards in six of the team's final seven games. He's salvaged some value by totaling four touchdowns, though there is little doubt that Chubb will lead the backfield heading into a playoff matchup against the Steelers.

Hunt rushed four times for 11 yards and a touchdown while catching three of five targets for 41 yards in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Jets.

Hunt had just six scrimmage yards in the first half, but he was more involved in the second half with Cleveland playing catch-up. After watching Nick Chubb score from one yard out late in the third quarter, Hunt found the end zone himself from four yards out on the next drive for his sixth rushing touchdown of the season. With the Browns needing a win over the Steelers in Week 17 to clinch a playoff berth, expect Hunt to play a prominent role as both a rusher and a receiver out of the backfield.

Hunt could be more heavily involved in Sunday's game against the Jets, after the Browns placed several receivers on the COVID-19 list, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Cleveland will operate without Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins, KhaDarel Hodge and Donovan Peoples-Jones, all deemed to be close contacts of linebacker B.J. Goodson, who tested positive for the virus. The obvious reaction could be the Browns relying heavily on the running attack behind Hunt and Nick Chubb. However, when they do throw the ball, quarterback Baker Mayfield is likely to rely on known commodities that he's been practicing with all season. That means Hunt, who is fourth on the team with 45 targets and second among Sunday's available receivers behind tight end Austin Hooper (50), could play a significant role as a receiver against the Jets.

Hunt had seven carries for 21 yards and three receptions (three targets) for seven yards in Sunday's 20-6 win over the Giants.

Both Hunt and starter Nick Chubb struggled to establish their usual dominance over opposing defenses. Both of talented backs averaged less than four yards per carry despite facing a Giants defense that surrendered 4.13 YPC entering Sunday's contest. Hunt was especially disappointing, as his lack of production as a receiver was also accompanied by the second consecutive week of single-digit carries. Baker Mayfield's elevated play this season has begun to shift the Browns' offensive gameplan towards a more balanced approach, as opposed to a heavy reliance on the team's two star backs. Hunt has been able to stay fantasy relevant as a backup with his ability to contribute as a receiver and a nose for the end zone, but managers are left with occasional clunkers when he fails to hit pay dirt. Hunt will look to get back on track in Week 16 when the Browns take on a hot Jets team fresh off a win.

Hunt rushed six times for 33 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 47-42 loss to the Ravens. He also caught six of seven targets for 77 yards and another score.

Hunt played second fiddle to Nick Chubb as usual, but still matched his running mate with a pair of touchdowns. Although Chubb did his damage in the first half, Hunt waited until after halftime to strike. He first scored on a five-yard rush during the third quarter, then caught a 22-yard pass to tie the game with just over a minute remaining. Along with giving him his tenth touchdown of the season, that catch also gave Hunt Cleveland's team lead in receiving yards Monday. Such a well-rounded performance showed just why Hunt remains so valuable despite his second-string position, and he'll look to keep his momentum going in Week 15 versus the Giants.

Hunt carried the ball 14 times for 33 yards in Week 13 against the Titans. He added three receptions for 24 yards.

Hunt received only four carries in the first half, with Nick Chubb handling 12 touches as the primary back. With the Browns up multiple scores for nearly the entire second half, Hunt did see his volume increase, though he was unable to turn that into significant yardage. The bright spot of Hunt's performance came as a receiver, as he hauled in all of his targets and tallied receptions of 13 and 11 yards. Hunt continues to trend down since Chubb returned in Week 10, racking up 210 yards on the ground and 71 yards as a receiver across four contests. He and the Browns will draw a tough Week 14 matchup against the Ravens.

Hunt (thigh) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at Tennessee, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt was limited by a thigh injury on the first two practice reports of Week 13, but the concern wasn't enough to impact his ability to suit up for game day. Working in concert with Nick Chubb again the last three contests, Hunt still has racked up 46 touches for 215 yards and one touchdown while playing between 42 and 58 percent of the snaps on offense.

Hunt (thigh) remained limited at practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

We haven't heard anything to suggest that Hunt is in any danger of missing Sunday's game against the Titans, with Friday's final injury report set to reveal whether the running back heads into the weekend listed as questionable or free from a Week 13 injury designation.

Hunt (thigh) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt only played 42 percent of offensive snaps during last weekend's win over the Jaguars, and his 10 carries were tied for a season-low mark. Nick Chubb's return to the lineup has certainly contributed to Hunt's role decreasing, but it appears as though his relative lack of involvement versus Jacksonville could also be partially attributed to injury. Hunt will work to upgrade his practice activity ahead of Sunday's game in Tennessee.

Hunt rushed the ball 10 times for 62 yards in Week 12 against the Jaguars. He did not convert either of his targets into receptions.

Hunt matched a season-low carry total and wasn't able to mask the lack of volume by finding the end zone. More troubling was Hunt's lack of involvement in the passing game, as he failed to record a reception for the second time this season. Furthermore, in three contests since Nick Chubb has returned, Hunt has seen his touch-total drop progressively from 22 all the way to Sunday's 10 touches. Game script could be more favorable to Hunt in Week 13 against the Titans, as the Browns more be forced into a more aggressive offensive style.

Hunt carried 13 times for 11 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for an additional 10 yards during Sunday's 22-17 win over the Eagles.

Hunt managed a dismal 0.8 yards per carry against a tough Eagles front and was uncharacteristically underutilized in the passing game as well. He salvaged a bit of respectability for his fantasy line with a five-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter but still finished with underwhelming numbers by his standards. Meanwhile, Nick Chubb fared much better on the ground as the two backs continue to temper each other's upside on a weekly basis. Nevertheless, Hunt should bounce back in a more favorable matchup with the Jaguars next Sunday.

Hunt rushed 19 times for 104 yards and caught three of four targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 10-7 win over the Texans.

Hunt remained a key cog in fellow running back Nick Chubb's (knee) first action since Week 4. Chubb finished with 22 more rushing yards and a touchdown on the same number of carries as Hunt, but Hunt had three more catches on three more targets. This game provided the likely blueprint for Cleveland's backfield distribution moving forward, as both Chubb and Hunt should remain heavily involved, with the former doing almost all of his damage on the ground and the latter contributing as both a rusher and a receiver.

With Nick Chubb (knee) activated off injured reserve Saturday, Hunt will likely go back to splitting work at running back.

Considering Hunt averaged 5.5 yards-per-carry in the four games Chubb was active compared to 3.9 as the starter, this might actually be good news for Hunt's fantasy prospects. Expect to see the 25-year-old return to his primary focus as a pass catcher out of the backfield while mixing in a handful of carries in competitive games. Hunt never played more than 49 percent of the team's offensive snaps with Chubb healthy and it's likely fair to expect a similar usage for future weeks.

With Nick Chubb (knee) returning to practice Monday, Hunt is expected share the rushing role Week 10 at home against the Texans, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt filled in for Chubb the last four games, vaulting to first on the team in carries (115), yards (529) and touchdowns (seven). He had been angling for a 1,000-yard rushing season, but Chubb will assume the lead back role while Hunt makes a greater impact in the passing offense. Hunt leads the Browns with four touchdown receptions.

Hunt collected 66 rushing yards on 14 carries, adding two catches for seven yards during Sunday's 16-6 loss to Las Vegas.

Hunt seemed primed for a big day against the Raiders, having entered the contest with seven total touchdowns since Week 2. Las Vegas in comparison had surrendered the third-most rushing TDs to opposing RBs (eight) coming into Sunday, but the unit proved capable of holding Cleveland to just two field goals on a constricted 22:17 of offensive possession. The Browns will now be afforded the opportunity to heal up over a Week 9 before returning to the field Oct. 15 against Houston's 31st-ranked rush defense. Nick Chubb (knee), meanwhile, seems to have a chance to play Week 10 if he checks out with trainers, as he was given a recovery window of 4-to-6 weeks when he initially went down Oct. 4 against Dallas.

Hunt (ribs) isn't on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Scott Petrak of The Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt upgraded to a full practice Friday after two limited sessions, leaving no doubt about his availability for this highly favorable matchup. The explosive running back should feast against a Raiders defense that has allowed eight rushing touchdowns in six games to the position.

Hunt (ribs) was limited in practice Wednesday, Jake Trotter of ESPN reports.

Hunt was also limited in practice by a rib injury last week but didn't carry an injury designation into his team's 37-34 win over the Bengals and handled 21 touches en route to his seventh touchdown of the season. His practice participation seems set to follow a similar pattern this week, but barring a setback, Hunt should be available for Sunday's juicy matchup against a Raiders defense that has struggled to defend running backs both on the ground and though the air.

Hunt rushed 18 times for 76 yards and caught three of four targets for 26 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-34 win over Cincinnati.

Hunt's five carries for 31 yards represented all of Cleveland's first-quarter offense, as quarterback Baker Mayfield went 0-for-5 with an interception through the air. Mayfield completed 22 of his next 23 passes, however, as the offense flowed primarily through the air with the Browns playing from behind for most of the game. Hunt got in on the fun by catching one of Mayfield's five touchdown passes from eight yards out, giving the versatile running back four receiving scores to go with his three rushing touchdowns this season. With Nick Chubb (knee) still a few weeks away from returning based on his expected recovery timetable, Hunt should continue to work as Cleveland's feature back against the Raiders in Week 8.

Hunt (ribs) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Bengals after practicing fully Friday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

After being limited in the Browns' first two practices of the week, Hunt's ability to take every rep at Friday's session was enough for the coaching and training staffs to sign off on him playing this weekend. He'll pick up a third straight start in place of the injured Nick Chubb (knee) after amassing 150 total yards and a touchdown on 38 touches (33 carries, five receptions) over the previous two contests.

Hunt (ribs) remained limited at practice Thursday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

There's no reason to think that Hunt's status for Sunday's game against the Bengals is in any danger, though Friday's final injury report of the week will reveal whether he approaches that contest listed as questionable or free from a Week 7 injury designation.

Hunt was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a ribs injury, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt put forth a 'LP/LP/FP' practice slate last week while dealing with a thigh injury before being fully cleared to suit up against the Steelers, so he could be set to practice in a similar capacity leading up to Sunday's contest in Cincinnati. As long as Hunt manages to resume practicing in full at some point before facing the Bengals, he'll once again be in line to serve as the Browns' clear top running back.

Hunt carried the ball 13 times for 40 yards in Week 6 against the Steelers. He added two receptions for 17 yards.

The Browns worked from behind for the entire game, limiting Hunt's involvement as a rusher. While he remained involved in the passing game, Hunt struggled to find space in either facet of the game and racked up only 57 yards on 15 total touches. Even so, Hunt was the clear lead back for the team, with Dontrell Hilliard worked into the game only during garbage time. That bodes well for Hunt's ability to bounce back in Week 7 against the Bengals.

Hunt (thigh) was a full participant in practice Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Steelers, Scott Petrak of The Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt upgraded to full participation after a pair of limited sessions and is set to serve as the feature back in a run-heavy Cleveland offense with Nick Chubb (knee) on IR. D'Ernest Johnson -- who has 21 carries over the past two weeks -- will be on hand to spell Hunt, but Hunt is the superior option as both a rusher and a receiver, meaning he'll be heavily involved regardless of how game script plays out.

Hunt (thigh) was limited in practice Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reports.

Hunt has been playing through a groin injury recently, and there's little reason for concern over this thigh issue at this time. Barring any setbacks in practice this week, Hunt should take on the majority of the backfield workload in Sunday's pivotal game against the Steelers for a Browns team that's still without Nick Chubb (knee).

Hunt carried 20 times for 72 yards while adding three catches (on four targets) for 21 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 32-23 win over the Colts.

Hunt shrugged off a groin injury and received a full workload as the team's lead back. Despite averaging just 3.6 yards per carry against a strong Colts defense, the volume he received, along with a two-yard receiving touchdown in the second quarter, enabled him to produce respectable fantasy numbers. Hunt appears to be back to full strength and should receive plenty of touches next Sunday against the Steelers, especially if Baker Mayfield (ribs) is limited after suffering a knock at the end of the game.

Hunt (groin) was limited in Thursday's practice, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt managed to play through his groin injury against the Cowboys in Week 4, so that he's been able to take the field in some capacity for back-to-back practices is somewhat encouraging. The Browns may simply be taking a cautious approach to Hunt's health, given that he's on track to serve as the team's clear top back with Nick Chubb (knee) expected to spend roughly six weeks on IR.

Hunt (groin) was limited at practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site previously relayed that coach Kevin Stefanski indicated that Hunt came out of this past Sunday's win over the Cowboys "pretty good" after having dealt with a groin injury leading up to Week 4 action. With that in mind, we suspect that Hunt's listed limitations Wednesday were maintenance-related, as he prepares for an expanded role in Cleveland's ground game with Nick Chubb (knee) on IR and expected to miss about six weeks.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said Hunt came out of Sunday's win over the Cowboys "pretty good" after dealing with a groin injury during the practice week, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.

Hunt should assume a bigger role while Nick Chubb (knee) is sidelined. He's averaging 12.5 carries per game, but that could increase with Chubb expected to miss about six weeks. D'Ernest Johnson will also compete for carries, as the Browns typically give their top two backs significant playing time each game.

Hunt carried 11 times for 71 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 49-38 win over the Cowboys.

Hunt finished second on the team in carries while gashing the Dallas defense for 6.5 yards per carry. He found paydirt on a two-yard run in the second quarter and added a 14-yard score to help his side build an insurmountable lead in the third. Meanwhile, Nick Chubb (knee) left the game in the first half and did not return, opening the door for Hunt to carry more of the load. However, D'Earnest Johnson stepped in and led the team with 95 rushing yards on 13 carries and could be a major part of the equation next Sunday against the Colts if Chubb sits out.

Hunt (groin) is active for the Week 4 matchup at Dallas, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt saw his only practice action of the week Friday on a limited basis, but optimistic reports started to surface very early Sunday morning. That sentiment has since been confirmed by Hunt's absence from the inactive list, and he'll once again be poised to work in tandem with Nick Chubb in the Cleveland backfield. The one thing the Dallas defense has been respectable at this year is limiting passes caught by opposing running backs, as the 11 receptions given up to the position is tied for the fourth-best mark in the league. This game has the highest over/under (approximately 56) on the entire Sunday slate, however, so there will be plenty of opportunity out there for fantasy options such as Hunt to find the end zone.

Hunt (groin) is expected to play Sunday against the Cowboys,Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The running back sat out practice both Wednesday and Thursday, before returning to a limited session Friday, but now it appears as though he'll be available to work in tandem with Nick Chubb in Week 4. Confirmation of Hunt's status, either way, will arrive upon the release of the team's inactives in advance of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff.

Hunt (groin) looked good during individual drills that were open to the media Friday, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt sat out practices Wednesday and Thursday but returned Friday and was impressive in sessions open to onlookers. Per Cabot's description, one would not know Hunt was dealing with a groin injury. He's listed as questionable due to being labeled as a limited participant Friday, but Hunt looks like he'll be a go for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Hunt (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys after logging a limited practice Friday, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

The running back sat out practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but his return to practice Friday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- has him trending in the right direction in advance of Week 4 action.

Hunt (groin) is participating in the portion of Friday's practice open to the media, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt has missed two straight practices due to a groin strain, but it looks like he'll be listed as at least a 'limited' participant on Friday's final injury report. If the 25-year-old were to have his touches restricted in Dallas on Sunday, or even sit out the contest entirely, Nick Chubb would stand to see a notable uptick in his already sizeable workload.

Hunt's groin injury is not believed to be serious, and he will try to play Sunday, per a source, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt did not practice Wednesday due to the injury. The Browns promoted Dontrell Hilliard from the practice squad Wednesday, raising some speculation about the significance of Hunt's injury.

Hunt was held out of Wednesday's practice with a groin injury, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Hunt didn't show any sign of injury in Sunday's 34-20 win over Washington, once again serving as the Browns' fourth-quarter closer after Nick Chubb piled up stats throughout most of the game. If the groin injury were to threaten Hunt's status for Week 4 at Dallas, the Browns might turn to Chubb for a three-down role, or else they could use D'Ernest Johnson or Dontrell Hilliard to take on Hunt's vacated workload. Hilliard was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster Wednesday afternoon, hinting at some level of concern about Hunt's Sunday availability, though coach Kevin Stefanski said the running back is merely day-to-day, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hunt rushed 16 times for 46 yards in Week 3 against Washington. He also added two receptions for 18 yards and a touchdown.

Hunt accounted for 16 of the team's 37 rushing attempts, but failed to get going. However, he managed to make a pair of contributions through the air, hauling in a nine-yard touchdown in the final minute of the first half. He followed that up with a one-handed catch with five minutes remaining in the game to seal the victory for the Browns. Though Hunt was bottled up on the ground, he's showcased a solid floor due his involvement in the passing game, recording at least two receptions in each game this season while also finding the end zone twice through the air.

Hunt rushed 10 times for 86 yards and a touchdown and brought in both his targets for 15 yards and another score in the Browns' 35-30 win over the Bengals on Thursday.

For the second time in four days, Hunt was particularly efficient on the ground, and he averaged 8.4 yards per play on the 12 occasions he got his hands on the ball overall Thursday. While the 2017 third-round pick did play a clear second fiddle to backfield mate Nick Chubb in terms of rushing workload after outpacing him by three carries in Week 1, Hunt still offered plenty from a fantasy perspective with six-yard receiving score in the second quarter and game-sealing one-yard scoring run to cap off a quick six-play drive in the fourth quarter that took just two minutes thanks in large part to some of Hunt's dynamic work on the ground. It's likely Chubb remains the clear lead back on most weeks, but as Hunt has demonstrated on several occasions since stepping into game action for the Browns midway through last season, he's capable of making very good use of his opportunities. He'll look to put together another strong performance against the Washington Football Team in a Week 3 home battle on Sunday, Sept. 27

Hunt rushed 13 times for 72 yards and secured four of six targets for nine yards in the Browns' 38-6 loss to the Ravens on Sunday. He also fumbled once but recovered.

Perhaps largely due to game script, Hunt outpaced backfield mate Nick Chubb by three carries in the lopsided defeat. Both backs were ultimately highly efficient, with Hunt's impressive 5.5 yards per rush just trailing Chubb's even better 6.0 figure. Hunt's involvement in the ground attack isn't likely to be as voluminous as it was Sunday on most weeks, but his six targets in the passing game may be close to the norm, considering he logged five or more in half of his eight games last season and garnered four looks on two other occasions. Hunt will look to continue producing in a Thursday night Week 2 AFC North matchup against the Bengals.

Hunt agreed to a two-year, $13.25 extension with the Browns on Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

This extension will keep Hunt in Cleveland for two more years after this season. Between Hunt and 2018 second-rounder Nick Chubb, the Browns have two of the league's most explosive running backs in their backfield. The former Chiefs standout is expected to play more of a Swiss army knife role that involves lining up both in the backfield and as a receiver at times while Chubb plays a more traditional running back role.

Hunt has been taking snaps with the first-team offense since Nick Chubb suffered a concussion during Tuesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt is a backup by title, but he's expected to play a large role on offense even when Chubb is healthy. He's been the offensive star in camp thus far, according to Dan Labbe of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. When Chubb returns, Hunt will move to more of a receiving role, but the 25-year-old has a rushing title on his resume can be a capable fill-in should Chubb's concussion symptoms linger.

Hunt hopes to stay with the Browns long term, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt is scheduled to play out 2020 under a restricted free agent tender for $3.26 million. His desire to stay in Cleveland doesn't necessarily mean he'll sign an extension this summer, and it's possible he changes his mind if he spends the upcoming season behind Nick Chubb in the backfield. Former Browns GM John Dorsey was happy to scoop up Hunt at a discount after the running back was investigated for assault, but new GM Andrew Berry may view things differently, especially after Hunt was found with a small amount of marijuana and an unsealed bottle of alcohol during a traffic stop in January. While the incident won't cost him his spot on the team, it could dissuade the Browns from discussing a contract extension. In other news, Hunt has done some virtual offseason work with the Cleveland wide receivers, potentially preparing to get a bit of slot work in Kevin Stefanski's offense..

Hunt has been participating in offseason virtual programs with wide receivers, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

That practice follows in line with Hunt's role from 2019, when he finished third on the Browns with 37 catches while traditional wideouts cycled in and out of the lineup at the No. 3 receiver. The position remains wide open, and the Browns feel Hunt can be more than just a back up to Nick Chubb. "I've been very impressed with [Hunt] as a receiver," new Browns wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator Chad O'Shea said Wednesday "I've been impressed with him as a receiver as a running back. I've been fortunate to be around a lot at that spot, and I know that it brings great value to that position when you can be a threat in the pass game." Hunt will compete with Rashard Higgins, rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones, KhaDarel Hodge and Damion Ratley.

Hunt has signed his second-round contract tender with the Browns, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt, who thus stands to earn $3.26 million next season, carried 43 times for 179 yards and two TDs to go along with 37 catches for 285 yards and a receiving score in eight games with the Browns in 2019 after returning from an eight-game suspension. Now that he's back in the fold, the 24-year-old will continue to serve as the team's No. 2 back behind Nick Chubb, but even in that context Hunt's involvement in Cleveland's passing game puts the 2017 third-rounder on the PPR radar this coming season.

Hunt got a second-round restricted free agent tender from the Browns, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Given Hunt's status as a 2017 third-round pick, the Browns probably could've gotten away with an original-round tender to dissuade any offer sheets. The decision to go a bit higher and pay more money suggests the running back is a priority, though an offseason traffic stop briefly cast doubt upon his future with the team. Hunt escaped the incident without any charges, and he'll now enter the offseason program locked in as Cleveland's No. 2 running back behind Nick Chubb. Given his off-field history, it's hard to imagine any team would surrender a second-round pick for the right to sign Hunt to an offer sheet.

Hunt won't be charged with marijuana possession following a Jan. 21 traffic stop, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt will escape the situation with nothing more than a speeding ticket, but the potential exists for the NFL to mete out punishment due to his checkered history away from the field. As for his future with the Browns, he's expected to receive a restricted free-agent tender from the team before the start of the new league year on March 18. Placing an original-round tender on Hunt likely would be enough to stave off overtures from other organizations for the 2017 third-round pick, who racked up 464 yards from scrimmage and three TDs on 80 touches in eight games last season.

The Browns plan to give Hunt a restricted free agent tender, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

General manager Andrew Berry confirmed the plan but didn't elaborate on the level of the tender. An original-round tag should be enough to stave off interest from other teams, considering Hunt was a third-round pick back in 2017. His talent alone might warrant giving up a draft pick in addition to an offer sheet, but Hunt's problematic off-field history reduces his value to most teams. He was in the news again last month when a police officer found a small amount of marijuana in his car, though he wasn't arrested or cited. It remains to be seen if the NFL league office takes interest in the minor incident.

Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said he still wants Hunt to be part of the team if the running back can follow the expectations that have been laid out for him, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hunt was in the news a couple weeks ago when he was stopped for speeding and a police officer found a small amount of marijuana in his car. He seems to have escaped the incident with nothing more than a speeding ticket, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll avoid a fine and/or suspension from the NFL. The 24-year-old running back is scheduled to be a restricted free agent this offseason, and it sounds like the Browns still plan to keep him around. A second-round tender would cost approximately $3.3 million, while an original-round tender would be closer to $2.1 million, per overthecap.com. The second option would force the acquiring team to send a third-round pick to Cleveland as compensation for poaching Hunt, as the running back was selected in Round 3 of the 2017 NFL Draft. The Browns also have the right to match any offer sheet, assuming they use one of the RFA tenders.

Hunt was stopped for speeding Tuesday afternoon, with a subsequent search of his car revealing a small amount of marijuana, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hunt was neither arrested nor cited for the marijuana, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll escape discipline from the NFL. A spokesman for the Browns said the team is aware of the incident and is in the process of gathering more information, per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram.