Chiefs' RB Trade Hopes in Even Better Place After Week 3 Results

The Kansas City Chiefs faced challenges with their rushing attack in Week 3, failing to achieve significant improvement despite efforts to boost ground production. Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt combined for 79 yards on 20 carries with one touchdown, but Pacheco managed only 45 yards against the New York Giants, who rank 25th in run defense this season.

Discussions about a potential trade to strengthen the backfield have emerged, with commentators noting that 0-3 teams like the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, and Miami Dolphins could be sellers. Veteran running backs on these teams, such as Breece Hall, Alvin Kamara, and Devon Achane, may offer more value to the Chiefs than to their current rebuilding squads.

Among the options, Breece Hall of the Jets presents the most impactful opportunity, as he is in the final year of his rookie contract with a low cap hit. However, a trade would require the Chiefs to consider future extension costs if he performs well, making it a potential short-term rental with long-term financial implications.

Devon Achane of the Dolphins is also on a rookie deal but remains under contract through 2026, which might reduce Miami's incentive to trade him. Despite this, the Chiefs and Dolphins have a history of major trades, such as the Tyreek Hill deal, suggesting possible collaboration.

Alvin Kamara of the Saints, though older at 30 and showing signs of decline, still demonstrates flashes of his elite speed and playmaking ability. Acquiring him would involve navigating his high salary cap hit of $18.6 million in 2025, but he could provide an immediate short-term upgrade for Kansas City.

Currently, the Chiefs are in a "wait and see" phase, but if Pacheco and Hunt fail to improve in Week 4 against the Baltimore Ravens, fan pressure for a trade is likely to increase.