Kareem Hunt’s NFL career didn’t start well when he fumbled on his first touch.
Hunt put that behind him quickly as he set a record by totaling 246 yards in his debut. Hunt rushed for 148 yards and one touchdown in leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a 42-27 win over the Patriots in the season opener at Foxboro. Hunt added 98 receiving yards and two more touchdowns.
The Patriots held a 17-14 halftime lead and a 27-21 lead after the third quarter. The Chiefs scored three touchdowns in the fourth quarter, including two from Hunt.
Alex Smith threw for four touchdowns and 368 yards on 28-25 passing.
Tom Brady threw for 267 yards on 16-36 passing. Mike Gillislee had three rushing touchdowns for the Patriots.
