Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy Shows Progress After Shoulder Surgery
Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy is feeling good heading into season after surgery
Image: Kansas City Star
Xavier Worthy, the Kansas City Chiefs' first-round wide receiver, is recovering well from shoulder surgery and participated in OTAs. He hosted a youth camp, donated to a local high school, and expressed optimism about his mental and physical progress as he prepares for the upcoming season.
- 01Worthy is recovering from a torn labrum and dislocated shoulder sustained last season, during which he managed 532 yards and a touchdown despite the injury.
- 02He participated in organized team activities (OTAs) wearing a yellow non-contact jersey, catching passes from quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
- 03Worthy hosted a football camp for nearly 400 kids and donated $2,000 to Southeast High School's sports programs.
- 04Chiefs head coach Andy Reid praised Worthy's practice efforts and noted his increasing comfort and improvement.
- 05Worthy's mother, Nicki Jones, highlighted his maturity and commitment to his health and career development.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Xavier Worthy, the Kansas City Chiefs' first-round wide receiver, is making significant strides in his recovery from shoulder surgery. After suffering a torn labrum and dislocated shoulder in the previous season's opener, Worthy is now participating in organized team activities (OTAs) while wearing a yellow non-contact jersey. He has been catching passes from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who is also recovering from an injury. Worthy expressed that he is feeling good and getting stronger as he works with the team's athletic trainer, Julie Frymyer. Additionally, he hosted a football camp for nearly 400 local children, demonstrating his commitment to the community by donating $2,000 to Southeast High School's sports programs. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has noted Worthy's diligence in practice, indicating that he is in a good place mentally and physically. Worthy's mother, Nicki Jones, has observed his growth and maturity during this offseason, as he takes proactive steps in his career.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Worthy's community engagement through the football camp and donation positively impacts local youth and high school sports.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
What do you think about Xavier Worthy's recovery and community involvement?
Connecting to poll...
More about Kansas City Chiefs
Travis Kelce Becomes Minority Owner of Cleveland Guardians Amid Wedding Rumors with Taylor Swift
Ndtv • May 28, 2026
Patrick Mahomes Sparks Comeback Speculation with Cryptic Social Media Message
Ndtv • May 27, 2026
Ranking the Top Quarterbacks Justin Herbert Will Face This NFL Season
New York Post • May 27, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.