The Kansas City Chiefs suffered insult and injury in the season-opening loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, as 2024 first-round pick Xavier Worthy hurt his shoulder when he collided with tight end Travis Kelce. As of this posting, we do not know the severity of the injury, but seeing as the team immediately ruled him out, it could be a while before we see him on the field again.
The Chiefs entered the season with questionable depth at the wide receiver position, and Worthy’s injury only exacerbates the issue. With Rashee Rice suspended, Patrick Mahomes and company must find someone capable of catching passes and keeping the offense afloat. While the pickings are slim during this time of the year, there are a few interesting options available.
3 Receivers The Chiefs Could Sign After The Xavier Worthy Injury
Best Fits
Kendrick Bourne
As of this posting, former New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne is still a free agent and is likely the best player remaining on the market. While he has already completed visits with the San Francisco 49ers and Washington Commanders, the Chiefs could swoop in at the last second and steal the former 800-yard receiver in the wake of the Xavier Worthy injury. While Bourne lacks Worthy’s breakaway speed, he’s great after the catch and could be a natural fit for a creative offensive mind like Andy Reid.
