Chiefs place RB Jerick McKinnon (groin) on IR

Field Level Media|published: Sun 24th December, 17:13 2023

Dec 10, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (1) runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. credits: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

The Kansas City Chiefs placed running back Jerick McKinnon on injured reserve on Sunday.

McKinnon injured a groin during last week's victory over the New England Patriots. On Saturday, he was ruled out of Monday's home game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

The move requires McKinnon to miss four games, so he is done for the regular season and at least part of the postseason if the Chiefs qualify.

McKinnon, 31, has just 60 yards and one touchdown on 21 carries but has been valuable as a receiver with four touchdown catches. He had 25 receptions for 192 yards.

Main back Isiah Pacheco (team-best 779 yards) is back after a two-game absence due to shoulder surgery.

Kansas City signed practice squad running back La'Mical Perine to the active roster to provide depth at the position. The Chiefs also elevated nose tackle Mike Pennel and receiver Montrell Washington from the practice squad for Monday's game.

Also, receiver Kadarius Toney (hip) and offensive tackle Donovan Smith (neck) will miss the contest.

—Field Level Media