Isiah Pacheco Signs with Detroit Lions
Isiah Pacheco is set to sign with the Detroit Lions after they traded David Montgomery to the Houston Texans. This move marks a significant shift in the Lions’ backfield strategy.
Pacheco, previously a running back for the Kansas City Chiefs, has accumulated 2,537 career rushing yards and 14 touchdowns in the NFL. In the 2023 season, he showcased his skills by running for 935 yards and scoring seven touchdowns, contributing to the Chiefs’ success.
Drafted in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Pacheco quickly became a key player for the Chiefs, playing a pivotal role in their back-to-back Super Bowl titles in 2022 and 2023. His rookie season was highlighted by leading the team in rushing yards during their Super Bowl victory.
However, Pacheco faced challenges in the following seasons. He struggled in the 2024 season due to a fractured fibula injury, and his performance further declined in 2025, where he recorded only 462 rushing yards and two total touchdowns, hampered by a knee injury.
With Montgomery’s departure, Pacheco will now pair with Jahmyr Gibbs in the Lions’ backfield. Observers note that Pacheco offers a similar skillset to Montgomery but is two years younger, potentially providing the Lions with a fresh dynamic.
Details regarding the financial terms of Pacheco’s deal with the Lions remain unconfirmed. As the team looks to bolster its roster, Pacheco’s addition could be a strategic move to enhance their offensive capabilities.
As the Lions prepare for the upcoming season, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Pacheco integrates into the team’s system and contributes to their success.
