Charles Omenihu has been absent from his starting role as one of Kansas City’s defensive linemen this season after suffering a torn ACL in the AFC Championship Game earlier this year. The Chiefs have had to make do without the skilled pass-rusher while he has recovered.

Andy Reid has provided the latest update on Isiah Pacheco and Charles Omenihu. Will the returning duo play against the Raiders on Friday?

Head coach Andy Reid told reporters in his Wednesday press conference that running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu are both set to return to play in Week 13 provided neither player suffers a setback before game time.

The Kansas City Chiefs activated running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu on Thursday, and both are expected to be on the field when the Super Bowl champions play the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said on Wednesday that the two players would be activated in time to play against the Raiders on Friday and the team announced the moves on Thanksgiving. Pacheco fractured his fibula earlier this season and Omenihu has been working his was back from the torn ACL he suffered in the AFC Championship Game in January.

The Kansas City Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco and Charles Omenihu will play Friday against the Las Vegas Raiders, provided they don't aggravate the injuries that have kept them out, coach Andy Reid said Wednesday.

The Kansas City Chiefs activated running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu off injured reserve on Thursday ahead of Friday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Pacheco, Kansas

Kareem Hunt led the way with 68 yards on 16 carries and Patrick Mahomes added another 60 yards on five scrambles. Even with that high yardage total, Kansas City ranks 18th in the league in rushing this season.