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Xavier Worthy Returns to Practice After Ear-Fluid Ruling

Medical tests discovered inner-ear fluid rather than a concussion, clearing the second-year receiver to resume training drills.

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Jan 18, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) warms up against the Houston Texans prior to a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Worthy entered concussion protocol on July 29 after banging his head during a deep-pass drill at Chiefs camp.
  • An evaluation showed fluid in his ear was disrupting equilibrium and ruled out a brain injury, prompting medical clearance on August 1.
  • He took full part in Friday’s practice as one of Kansas City’s fastest offensive weapons.
  • Marquise Brown (ankle) and Skyy Moore (hamstring) remain sidelined, testing the depth of the receiver room.
  • Worthy’s rookie campaign featured 59 catches for 638 yards and six touchdowns, capped by a late-season surge and strong playoff showing.