Chiefs place Tyquan Thornton on injured reserve ahead of Chargers game

The Kansas City Chiefs have confirmed three roster moves ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Head coach Andy Reid announced that wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is being placed on injured reserve due to a dislocated left ankle. To address depth concerns, linebacker Cam Jones has been elevated from the practice squad, and wide receiver Justin Watson has been signed to the practice squad. Thornton, who caught 55 yards in a previous game, had contributed 219 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the season before his injury. The Chiefs aim to maintain their 4-0 record against a struggling Chargers team at 0-5.

• 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs’ Andy Reid announces three roster moves ahead of Chargers game