Xavier Worthy shines as Chiefs deal with multiple player injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:46 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
In Week 4 of the NFL season, Xavier Worthy of the Kansas City Chiefs stepped up amid injuries to Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice. Worthy secured four catches for 70 yards, becoming a key target for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. With Thornton's and Rice's injuries, Worthy may see an increased role in the offense, despite speculation about a possible trade for another receiver. The Chiefs are adapting to these circumstances as they prepare for future games.
- •Tyquan Thornton suffered a serious ankle injury.
- •Rashee Rice's hamstring injury may sideline him for future games.
- •Worthy has emerged as a primary target, registering 4 catches for 70 yards.
- •Chiefs may consider acquiring another wide receiver before the trade deadline.
- •Next game performance will be crucial for Worthy and the Chiefs.
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