Chiefs' Tyquan Thornton Suffers Gruesome-Looking Leg Injury vs. Raiders. Rashee Rice Also Hurt
Thornton finished with 5 catches for 111 yards and 2 touchdowns before the injury, and the Chiefs said he will be evaluated Monday.
- On Sunday, October 4, 2026, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton suffered a serious leg injury during the fourth quarter of his team's game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium.
- The Chiefs were already managing limited receiver depth after wide receiver Rashee Rice left the game early with a first-quarter hamstring injury, forcing Thornton into an expanded role.
- Before his injury, Thornton delivered a dominant performance with five catches for 111 yards and two touchdowns, including a 55-yard reception from quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
- Tackled by Raiders safety Treydan Stukes, Thornton collapsed and required immediate medical attention on the field; Kenneth Walker III scored a 2-yard touchdown on the ensuing play.
- Kansas City Chiefs officials offered no immediate update regarding Thornton's condition, leaving the team to assess receiver depth as the 2026 season continues.
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Tyquan Thornton, 26, jumped up. Then he immediately lay down. His foot was pointing in the wrong direction.
Chiefs' Tyquan Thornton Suffers Gruesome Ankle Injury During Raiders Game
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton’s all-time best game in the NFL ended early when he suffered a gruesome injury to his ankle after a tackle from Raiders player Treydan Stukes.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Tyquan Thornton stood up to celebrate after a great 55-yard (50-meter) reception. But the joy was short-lived. He had to return to the floor immediately after suffering a horrific injury to his left ankle.
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Chiefs WRs Rashee Rice, Tyquan Thornton suffer injuries
Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton were injured during Sunday's game at Las Vegas. Rice suffered a hamstring injury after corralling a first-down pass from Patrick Mahomes in the right flat during the first quarter of the Chiefs' 30-27 win. Rice had room to run but limped toward the sideline and
Andy Reid Reportedly Makes Immediate Move to Help Patrick Mahomes After Chiefs Lose Tyquan Thornton
The Kansas City Chiefs won 30-27 against their divisional rivals, the Las Vegas Raiders, at Allegiant Stadium on October 4. But the victory came at a steep price. Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton sustained a serious left leg injury that led to him being carted off the field. Now, the Chiefs need reinforcements at wide receiver […]
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