Priest Holmes to be inducted into Chiefs Hall of Fame

The Kansas City Chiefs are adding a 43rd inductee into their Hall of Fame, Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt announced Saturday.

“It is an honor to announce the induction of Priest Holmes into the Chiefs Hall of Fame. On behalf of my family and the entire Chiefs organization I would like to congratulate Priest on a remarkable career. As the Chiefs franchise all-time leader in rushing yards, total touchdowns and rushing touchdowns, Priest set the standard for excellence on and off the field over his seven seasons in Kansas City. We are grateful for his contributions to the team and the community.”

Holmes, who spent seven years in Kansas City from 2001-07, will be honored during the Chiefs Alumni Weekend at Arrowhead Stadium. The running back was elected to the Pro Bowl three times and recorded 6,070 rushing yards with 83 total touchdowns during his tenure with the Chiefs.