The Chiefs season got off to an inauspicious start.
Kansas City went three-and-out on its opening drive against the Chargers, but that wasn't the biggest concern to open the game. Wide receiver Xavier Worthy, who is set to play a key role this season, had to leave the game early with what appeared to be a shoulder injury.
If Worthy can't return, it will impact a Chiefs offense that is already missing Rashee Rice for the first six games. Here's what you need to know about Worthy.
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Xavier Worthy injury update
On the third play from scrimmage, Xavier Worthy ran into tight end Travis Kelce as the two were running crossing routes. Worthy instantly went down in pain, and he needed help to get off the field as he seemed to injure his right shoulder.
Man what a tough break for Worthy...hope he's okay pic.twitter.com/nGaNkZGa00
— Nash (@NashTalksTexas) September 6, 2025
Worthy immediately went back to the locker room to be evaluated further. After the Chiefs announced that Worthy was initially questionable to return to the game, but they later ruled him out for the game after further evaluation.
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After the game, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said the team will have more information on Worthy when he undergoes an MRI when the team returns to Kansas City.
Worthy's injury is a dislocated shoulder, but he is still undergoing tests, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. There is optimism that he will be able to return to the field in a brace.
Reid said Monday that Worthy is "day-to-day" and plans to return to the field wearing a brace rather than immediately undergoing surgery. His status for Week 2 is unclear.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid says Xavier Worthy will not go on injured reserve
On Wednesday when speaking with the media, Reid said that Worthy continues to rehab and will miss practice. He also said that Kansas City is not considering surgery or a stint on the injured reserve.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid says WR Xavier Worthy continues to rehab. He won't practice today. Surgery and a potential IR stint are not being considered at this time.
— Jesse Newell (@jessenewell) September 10, 2025
This is great news for Kansas City and their promising wide receiver. With Andy Reid confirming the team is not considering surgery or placing him on injured reserve, Worthy's return could be much sooner than the four-game minimum he would have missed.
Xavier Worthy practices on Thursday
As Kansas City prepares for the Super Bowl LX rematch against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Reid gave promising news on Worthy. The wide receiver will practice with the team, working in in some capacity.
Xavier Worthy practicing is a good sign whether he plays this week or not. https://t.co/H04T4DeZ0C
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 11, 2025
While his status for Sunday's game at Arrowhead Stadium is unclear, Worthy practicing is a good sign.
Xavier Worthy progressing in Friday's practice
In a visible sign of progress, Xavier Worthy was seen at practice with what appeared to be less padding around his injured shoulder than he had on Thursday. The rookie is continuing his recovery from the Week 1 injury he suffered against the Chargers.
Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy’s shoulder-protection pad not quite as noticeable today as it was Thursday’s practice. pic.twitter.com/B8QJf9unhT
— Jesse Newell (@jessenewell) September 12, 2025
Worthy still has padding around his injured shoulder, but to the media, it looked like less than Thursday.
Xavier Worthy doubtful for Sunday
When addressing the media on Friday, Reid told reporters that Worthy is doubtful for Sunday's contest.
#Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy, recovering from a dislocated shoulder, is doubtful vs the #Eagles on Sunday.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 12, 2025
This is a brutal blow for Kansas City, who will also be without Rashee Rice. In Super Bowl LX against the Eagles, Worthy had eight receptions for 157 yards and two touchdowns. He will probably miss the Super Bowl rematch in Week 2.
Chiefs rule Xavier Worthy out for Super Bowl rematch
On Saturday, Kansas City announced that Worthy — who suffered a shoulder injury in Week 1 against the Chargers —is out for Sunday's matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Chiefs now have ruled out WR Xavier Worthy for Sunday’s Super Bowl rematch in Kansas City due to his shoulder injury.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 13, 2025
While Worthy practiced throughout the week, he will not suit up as the Chiefs welcome in the defending Super Bowl champions to Arrowhead Stadium. Kansas City will be down their top two wide receivers in Worthy and Rice.