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Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy Posts Two-Word Message After News of Arrest

Kristen Wong

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) runs with the ball during the second half against the Denver Broncos at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) runs with the ball during the second half against the Denver Broncos at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. / Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy has broken his silence following news of his arrest.

Worthy was arrested Friday night on suspicion of a criminal charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation, according to online records. The alleged incident took place in Williamson County, Texas.

In a turn of events, the Williamson County authorities announced they decided not to charge Worthy after speaking to multiple witnesses on Saturday.

After the news, Worthy shared a selfie on his Instagram Stories and added the caption, "New beginnings." He appeared to debut a new haircut in the photo:

Worthy also shared two prayer emojis on X on Sunday morning after it was reported that he would not be charged:

Worthy's attorneys released a statement shortly after his arrest claiming the allegation against the Chiefs receiver was "baseless."

Worthy was selected by the Chiefs with the No. 28 pick in the 2024 NFL draft, tallying 59 catches for 638 yards and nine touchdowns in his rookie campaign.

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Kristen Wong
KRISTEN WONG

Kristen Wong is a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. She has been a sports journalist since 2020. Before joining SI in November 2023, Wong covered four NFL teams as an associate editor with the FanSided NFL Network and worked as a staff writer for the brand’s flagship site. Outside of work, she has dreams of running her own sporty dive bar.

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