Chiefs' Kareem Hunt: Cementing second-string job

Hunt seemingly clinched the Chiefs' No. 2 running back job with his impressive performance in Saturday's preseason game against the Bengals, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

He finished the contest with eight rushes for 40 yards and three receptions for 23 yards, but Kansas City's coaching staff was most pleased with his pass protection, an area where most rookie backs often struggle most in the transition to the NFL. Hunt's blocking ability provides a nice complement to his change-of-pace skills, making him a more ideal backup to Spencer Ware than Charcandrick West. Although the third-round pick reportedly tweaked his ankle during the game, Hunt is said to be fine now and should get more chances to shine in Friday's exhibition against the Seahawks.