Fantasy Football Today Isaiah Pacheco Injury Opens Door for Kareem Hunt & Brashard Smith! Week 9 Waiver Wire Update! (10/28 Fantasy Football Podcast)
Oct 28, 2025
Isaiah Pacheco's knee injury shakes up the Chiefs' backfield, leading to pressing decisions for fantasy managers. Kareem Hunt suddenly rises as a top waiver target, especially given his strong performance without Pacheco last year. The hosts dissect the implications of the Chiefs' matchup against Buffalo, who have a weak run defense. Brashard Smith is highlighted as a wildcard addition with potential in the passing game. A comprehensive look at waiver wire strategy keeps listeners engaged and informed!
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Target Brashard Smith As A Sleeper Add
- Add Brashard Smith to your radar and consider rostering him as a secondary pickup.
- Smith offers upside if the Chiefs shift more work and has involvement in the passing game already.
Grab Kareem Hunt If Pacheco Is Out
- If Isaiah Pacheco is week-to-week, pick up Kareem Hunt immediately if available in your league.
- Prioritize Hunt because he has a proven role and goal-line usage that yields fantasy points quickly.
Favorable Matchup Against Buffalo
- The Chiefs face Buffalo this week, whose run defense ranks poorly (27th) and just lost a key defender.
- This matchup makes Hunt and Smith more likely to have immediate fantasy relevance even if Pacheco returns soon.