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After another WR injury, the Chiefs could be active in the trade market ahead of Tuesday's deadline

  • On Sunday, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the New York Jets 35-12, but wide receiver Xavier Worthy sustained a hamstring injury in the fourth quarter. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed the setback postgame, leaving Worthy's status uncertain.
  • Worthy's injury strains an already thin receiving corps, with Tyquan Thornton sidelined on injured reserve and Rashee Rice and Nikko Remigio managing lingering health issues throughout the season.
  • Quarterback Patrick Mahomes also suffered a sore elbow during Sunday's victory and is considered day-to-day. With the NFL trade deadline arriving Tuesday, November 10, the team faces increased pressure to acquire receiving help.
  • General Manager Brett Veach is exploring roster improvements, with Indianapolis Colts standout Josh Downs identified as a potential trade target. Reid said he is "always looking and trying to improve the roster" ahead of the deadline.
  • For the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons next Sunday, Reid said the contingency plan is to "prepare Justin Fields" should additional injuries impact the roster during the week ahead.
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After another WR injury, the Chiefs could be active in the trade market ahead of Tuesday's deadline

If the Kansas City Chiefs weren't already in the market for a wide receiver at the trade deadline, they almost certainly are now. They already have Tyquan Thornton on injured reserve with a fractured ankle, and Xavier Worthy hurt his…

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