Tyquan Thornton injures ankle during standout game against Raiders

Tyquan Thornton, wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered an ankle injury late in regulation during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders on October 4, 2026. After making a 55-yard catch, Thornton was tackled at the Raiders' 5-yard line, leading to his removal from the field in an air cast. He concluded the game with five receptions for 111 yards and two touchdowns, marking his first 100-yard receiving game in the NFL. Thornton has experienced a career resurgence since leaving the New England Patriots in 2024, securing a two-year contract with Kansas City worth up to $14 million. The Chiefs have ruled him out for the remainder of the game.

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