Isiah Pacheco

Professional American football player

Isiah Pacheco - Professional American football player
Born

March 2nd, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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American football player excelled as a running back. Played college football at Rutgers University, where significant performances attracted attention from NFL scouts. Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Contributed to the Chiefs' success during the 2022 season, including participating in Super Bowl LVII.

Played for the Kansas City Chiefs

Contributed to Super Bowl LVII victory

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