Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kareem Hunt

How Kareem Hunt built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Kareem Hunt is an American professional football running back currently playing for the Cleveland Browns. He previously played for the Kansas City Chiefs, who drafted him in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft after a college career with the Toledo Rockets. Hunt's NFL career has been marked by both success and controversy.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Freshman Season at Toledo

In 2013, as a freshman at Toledo, Hunt played in 12 games, starting in three. He rushed for 866 yards on 137 carries, scoring six touchdowns. He had multiple strong performances, including 127 rushing yards against Navy and 186 rushing yards against Buffalo.

2015: MVP of GoDaddy Bowl

In 2015, Hunt was named the MVP of the GoDaddy Bowl after rushing for 271 yards and five touchdowns against Arkansas State, tying an NCAA record with Barry Sanders.

2015: Suspension and Injury in Junior Year

In 2015, Kareem Hunt was suspended for the first two games of his junior year due to a violation of team rules. He returned for the third game but was injured and missed the following two games. He finished the 2015 season with 973 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns.

2016: Record-Breaking Season at Toledo

In 2016, Hunt played all 13 games, leading the MAC in rush attempts (262) and yards (1,475). His 4,945 career rushing yards broke Chester Taylor's school record and was third all-time in MAC conference history. He also set school records for yards per rush (6.3) and total yards from scrimmage (5,500).

August 27, 2017: Named Starting Running Back for Chiefs

On August 27, 2017, following a knee injury to Spencer Ware, Hunt was named the starting running back for the Kansas City Chiefs.

September 7, 2017: NFL Debut against Patriots

On September 7, 2017, Kareem Hunt made his NFL debut against the New England Patriots. He finished with 246 total yards from scrimmage (148 rushing, 98 receiving) and three touchdowns, setting a record for the most scrimmage yards in an NFL debut.

December 19, 2017: Named to 2018 Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, Kareem Hunt was named to the 2018 Pro Bowl as a rookie, marking a significant achievement in his debut NFL season.

2017: Drafted by Kansas City Chiefs

In 2017, Hunt was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round (86th overall) of the NFL draft, marking a significant milestone in his career.

2018: Continued as Chiefs' Primary Running Back

In 2018, Hunt remained the Chiefs' primary running back, recording multiple games with significant performances, including a Week 3 victory over the 49ers and a Week 4 game against the Broncos. He also received a fine for intentionally lowering his helmet.

2018: Ranked 33rd on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2018, Hunt was ranked 33rd on the NFL Top 100 Players list, acknowledging his performance and impact in the league.

February 11, 2019: Signed by Cleveland Browns

On February 11, 2019, Kareem Hunt was signed by the Cleveland Browns, providing him a new opportunity after his release from the Chiefs.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In the 2019 season, Hunt played in eight games for the Browns, starting in three. He had 43 carries for 179 yards and two touchdowns, along with 37 receptions for 285 yards and a touchdown.