Xavier Worthy made a notable entrance in his NFL debut with the Kansas City Chiefs, showcasing his skills with two touchdowns during a game against the Baltimore Ravens. Worthy’s performance included a rushing touchdown in the first quarter and a long receiving touchdown early in the fourth quarter, totaling 68 yards on just three touches.
His presence on the Chiefs raised eyebrows, especially considering that Kansas City has eliminated the Buffalo Bills from the playoffs three times in the last four years. This context made Buffalo’s decision to trade the Chiefs the No. 28 overall pick, along with a fourth-round pick, for the No. 32 pick and a third-round selection seem questionable. The Chiefs used that first-round pick to select Worthy, prompting fans to humorously critique the Bills for the decision.
In fantasy football terms, Worthy could be a mixed bag, as he may not see consistent targets like teammates Travis Kelce, Rashee Rice, and Marquise Brown (once he returns from injury). However, his knack for creating explosive plays will keep him relevant in flex discussions throughout the season.
Rice emerged as quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ primary target, catching seven passes for 103 yards, and appears positioned for a breakout season if he remains healthy.
On the other side, Baltimore’s Isaiah Likely also shone brightly, potentially overtaking Mark Andrews as the Ravens’ leading tight end. Likely recorded seven receptions for 111 yards and a touchdown, nearly securing a game-tying touchdown on the final play. Despite Andrews’ long-standing role as Lamar Jackson’s go-to target, both tight ends will compete for chances, making fantasy alignment tricky for weekly play.