Chiefs Lose Xavier Worthy to Shoulder Injury in Season Opener in São Paulo

The Kansas City Chiefs opened their 2025 NFL season with a 27-21 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo, but the bigger concern was the injury to second-year wide receiver Xavier Worthy. Worthy suffered a shoulder injury early in the game after a collision with tight end Travis Kelce and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest, with his status for upcoming weeks still uncertain pending MRI results. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed Worthy's injury and noted that other injured players, including Drue Tranquill, Nick Bolton, and Ashton Gillotte, were expected to be okay. The injury is a significant blow to the Chiefs, as Worthy was expected to be a key offensive weapon this season, especially with other receivers like Rashee Rice suspended and Jalen Royals sidelined by injury. Sports medicine experts have expressed concern that Worthy’s injury could be severe, and speculation has arisen about the Chiefs potentially seeking additional wide receiver help. Meanwhile, Mahomes praised other receivers who stepped up during the game following Worthy's exit, highlighting the challenge the team faces without one of their top playmakers.