Tyquan Thornton injured; Rashee Rice evaluated by Chiefs doctors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice sustained injuries during a recent game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Thornton is set for surgery and could return in 12 to 16 weeks after a career performance of 111 yards and two touchdowns. Rice, who has a minor hamstring injury, may recover quickly with a chance to return without missing time due to the upcoming bye week. Both players were pivotal in the Chiefs' 4-0 start this season.
- •Tyquan Thornton is injured and expected to return in 12 to 16 weeks.
- •Rashee Rice suffered a minor hamstring injury early in the game.
- •Thornton recorded 5 catches for 111 yards and 2 touchdowns before his injury.
- •The Chiefs have a bye week approaching, benefitting Rice's recovery.
- •Kansas City remains undefeated at 4-0 this season.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Insider reveals injury updates on Tyquan Thornton, Rashee Rice
"NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reveals crucial injury updates on Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice | @EdEastonJr
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