Chiefs record-setting Super Bowl star Xavier Worthy won’t be charged after arrest
Last year, it was Rashee Rice making off the field news in the wrong way. This offseason, Andy Reid‘s Kansas City Chiefs are dealing with another off-the-field issue at the wide receiver position. GettyXavier Worthy is set up for a huge year in 2025 with the Chiefs[/caption] Xavier Worthy, who set a rookie record in Super Bowl LIX, was arrested outside of Austin, Texas. “Former Texas star WR and Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday Night in Williamson County, TX,” Fox 26’s Will Kunkel tweeted. “Charges: Criminal charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation.” NFL Network reported on Saturday that the NFL is “aware of the matter and have been in contact with the club.” Worthy’s attorneys, Chip Lewis and Sam Bassett, later provided a statement on the arrest. “We are aware of the allegation that led to Mr. Worthy’s arrest,” the statement read. “We are working with law enforcement in Williamson County to ensure that they have the benefit of the totality of circumstances that led to this allegation. “The complainant was asked multiple times over the last two weeks to vacate Mr. Worthy’s residence upon discovery of her infidelity, which a private investigator has video evidence of.” The online records for the case were later updated on Saturday to “dismissed/declined.” “After further investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and further discussion with a third-party witness, Mr. Worthy and his attorneys, this case is being declined at this time pending completion of the investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office,” a statement from the Williamson County District Attorney office read. “Mr. Worthy and his lawyers are fully cooperating with this investigation. We will continue to evaluate the case. “ Worthy was arrested but a statement said he would not be chargedGetty Worthy formed a quick bond with Patrick Mahomes on the field GettyThe Chiefs invested heavily in Worthy in the 2024 NFL Draft[/caption] Worthy, 21, was the No. 28 overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. He set an NFL Combine record in the 40-yard dash and finished his rookie season with 59 catches, 638 yards and six touchdowns. Worthy was even bigger in the playoffs, catching 19 balls for 287 yards and three TDs. During the Chiefs’ 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl, Worthy was one of Kansas City’s few bright spots with 157 yards. Travis Kelce is set to return this season but he might only have one year left in the NFL. The super-speedy Worthy is set up to be Mahomes’ primary receiver in 2025 and has already displayed Pro Bowl potential. Mahomes tweeted his excitement when the young receiver joined the team last season. And Worthy appeared to be a perfect fit when he joined the Chiefs in 2024. “Man, I’m coming with the mentality to work hard and earn my spot in the locker room,” Worthy said. “I feel like I’m a complete receiver. I can run the whole route tree, disciplined, smart, know the game very well, so I feel like I’m bringing a complete receiver to Kansas City.” The 24-year-old Rice was limited to just four games and 24 catches for the Chiefs last year. Rice’s long-term NFL future is still uncertain after he faced eight counts during the 2024 offseason, including aggravated assault, stemming from a street-racing collision. Despite reaching the Super Bowl for the third consecutive year in 2024, Kansas City faces uncertainty at the receiver position. DeAndre Hopkins is near the end of his NFL career, while Hollywood Brown was a disappointment. Kansas City came up short in the Super Bowl last monthGetty DK Metcalf has requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, which could give the Chiefs another option. Worthy is set to enter training camp as Mahomes’ best receiving target, while Kansas City will again be Super Bowl contenders in the AFC. Stay up to date with the latest from across the NFL via our talkSPORT Facebook page, and subscribe to our Endzone YouTube channel for news, views and exclusive interviews as we build up to the NFL Draft.
Last year, it was Rashee Rice making off the field news in the wrong way.
This offseason, Andy Reid‘s Kansas City Chiefs are dealing with another off-the-field issue at the wide receiver position.
Xavier Worthy, who set a rookie record in Super Bowl LIX, was arrested outside of Austin, Texas.
“Former Texas star WR and Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday Night in Williamson County, TX,” Fox 26’s Will Kunkel tweeted.
“Charges: Criminal charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation.”
NFL Network reported on Saturday that the NFL is “aware of the matter and have been in contact with the club.”
Worthy’s attorneys, Chip Lewis and Sam Bassett, later provided a statement on the arrest.
“We are aware of the allegation that led to Mr. Worthy’s arrest,” the statement read. “We are working with law enforcement in Williamson County to ensure that they have the benefit of the totality of circumstances that led to this allegation.
“The complainant was asked multiple times over the last two weeks to vacate Mr. Worthy’s residence upon discovery of her infidelity, which a private investigator has video evidence of.”
The online records for the case were later updated on Saturday to “dismissed/declined.”
“After further investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and further discussion with a third-party witness, Mr. Worthy and his attorneys, this case is being declined at this time pending completion of the investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office,” a statement from the Williamson County District Attorney office read.
“Mr. Worthy and his lawyers are fully cooperating with this investigation. We will continue to evaluate the case. “
Worthy, 21, was the No. 28 overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.
He set an NFL Combine record in the 40-yard dash and finished his rookie season with 59 catches, 638 yards and six touchdowns.
Worthy was even bigger in the playoffs, catching 19 balls for 287 yards and three TDs.
During the Chiefs’ 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl, Worthy was one of Kansas City’s few bright spots with 157 yards.
Travis Kelce is set to return this season but he might only have one year left in the NFL.
The super-speedy Worthy is set up to be Mahomes’ primary receiver in 2025 and has already displayed Pro Bowl potential.
Mahomes tweeted his excitement when the young receiver joined the team last season.
And Worthy appeared to be a perfect fit when he joined the Chiefs in 2024.
“Man, I’m coming with the mentality to work hard and earn my spot in the locker room,” Worthy said.
“I feel like I’m a complete receiver. I can run the whole route tree, disciplined, smart, know the game very well, so I feel like I’m bringing a complete receiver to Kansas City.”
The 24-year-old Rice was limited to just four games and 24 catches for the Chiefs last year.
Rice’s long-term NFL future is still uncertain after he faced eight counts during the 2024 offseason, including aggravated assault, stemming from a street-racing collision.
Despite reaching the Super Bowl for the third consecutive year in 2024, Kansas City faces uncertainty at the receiver position.
DeAndre Hopkins is near the end of his NFL career, while Hollywood Brown was a disappointment.
DK Metcalf has requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, which could give the Chiefs another option.
Worthy is set to enter training camp as Mahomes’ best receiving target, while Kansas City will again be Super Bowl contenders in the AFC.
Stay up to date with the latest from across the NFL via our talkSPORT Facebook page, and subscribe to our Endzone YouTube channel for news, views and exclusive interviews as we build up to the NFL Draft.
