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What's a loaded team to do at the NFL's trade deadline? For contenders like the Kansas City Chiefs, the midseason deadline is a time add another piece or two to complete the puzzle.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 29

Falcons Floated as Potential Suitor for Big-Play WR Threat

The Atlanta Falcons have spent a lot of early draft picks on skilled offensive positions in recent years. Yet, the team could still use one more target for quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Sporting News / October 29

Chiefs predicted to trade Tyquan Thornton to needy NFC team

The WR is the odd man out.

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The 'NFL all-time rushing leaders' quiz

In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Sporting News / October 27

Is Tyquan Thornton playing tonight? Why Chiefs WR is off to quiet start in Week 8

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is off to a quiet start in the Week 8 game against the Washington Commanders. Here's a closer look at what's happening.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 18

Why This Chiefs Player Still Matters Despite Role Change

The Kansas City Chiefs and their fanbase can only feel confident going into Week 7. Not only are they going up against the Las Vegas Raiders, a franchise they've played well against over the years, but they also get one of their best wide receivers back in the form of Rashee Rice.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Chiefs WR Announces Career News on Thursday

The beginning of the 2025 NFL season has been an eventful one for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, and that trend seems to be continuing off the field as well.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Sporting News / October 12

Is Tyquan Thornton playing tonight? Why Chiefs WR had quiet first half vs. Lions

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton has been the team's most reliable wide receiver through five games, but he's off to a very quiet start in Week 6 against the Detroit Lions.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 8

Chiefs’ Passing Game Offered 1 Encouraging Sign in Monday’s Loss

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – When Xavier Worthy returned two weeks ago from a dislocated shoulder, he was the lead actor. Tyquan Thornton was in a supporting role.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / October 7

Best Week 5 performances from Baylor Bears players in the NFL

Week 5 of the NFL has wrapped up, with many former Baylor Bears players making an impact for their teams. From offense to defense, the emergence of the Baylor pipeline in the NFL has become stronger with the breakout of recent former Bears standouts.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Sporting News / October 6

Who is Tyquan Thornton? Chiefs WR has blistering first half vs. Jaguars

Thornton is making a name for himself.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 2

Tyquan Thornton’s emergence puts Chiefs on the clock for a new deal

Four games into his career in Kansas City, Tyquan Thornton has already generated 47% of his career yardage total with the Patriots and is at a career high in touchdowns.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 29

Have Chiefs finally turned a corner with recent offensive success?

Have Chiefs finally turned a corner with offensive success against Ravens?

On Sunday, in a game where Kansas City was an underdog at home to the Baltimore Ravens, Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to a dominant 37-20 win with Xavier Worthy back in the lineup.

Ravens HC John Harbaugh sounds alarm after loss to Chiefs

Aaron Rodgers is providing Steelers exactly what they've been missing

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Cleveland helps struggling offensive line, acquire LT from Texans

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 28

Tyquan Thornton has become too valuable for Chiefs to treat as a stopgap

Chiefs general manager Brett Veach has long had a soft spot for turning former high draft picks into reclamation projects. His latest experiment: Tyquan Thornton, the 50th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 25

AFC Notes: Tom Brady, Tyquan Thornton, Omarion Hampton, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

Chargers lost free agent signing RB Najee Harris for the season after he suffered a torn Achilles in Week 3. Los Angeles HC John Harbaugh has the utmost faith in first-round RB Omarion Hampton to step in right away in his absence because of his advanced maturity and mental capabilities for his young age. “I’m not surprised.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 25

Chiefs’ Thornton Reflects on His Road to Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Travis Kelce said he was shocked that New England bid farewell to Tyquan Thornton last season. Thornton shed some light on that transition Wednesday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 25

How This Savvy Veteran Is Holding Chiefs’ Heads Above Water

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Tyquan Thornton is tied for second in the NFL with 19.0 yards per reception. Hollywood Brown has 19 catches, tied for ninth in the league.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 25

Chiefs WR had great reason for taking a three-year social media hiatus

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton recently returned to social media after nearly three years away, and he had a very valid reason for the hiatus.

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Chiefs receive encouraging Xavier Worthy update ahead of clash vs. Ravens

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Sporting News / September 24

Will Xavier Worthy's return impact Tyquan Thornton's playing time on Chiefs WR depth chart?

Thornton might see his gametime limited.

Kansas City Chiefs News / EssentiallySports / September 24

Chiefs’ Tyquan Thornton Claps Back at Haters After Grabbing Patrick Mahomes’ Attention

Tyquan Thornton’s rise from practice squad in November to a key offensive weapon for the Kansas City Chiefs has been nothing short of remarkable. During the Chiefs’ Week 3 clash with the New York Giants, Thornton posted five receptions on nine targets for 71 yards and a touchdown, helping the team secure the season’s first win.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

Chiefs’ Tyquan Thornton Growing Chemistry with Mahomes

When the Kansas City Chiefs signed Tyquan Thornton to their practice squad last November, few could have predicted he’d be playing a featured role in the offense less than a year later.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 6

Chiefs get more bad WR news just three plays into the season

Wide receiver has been a constant problem for the Kansas City Chiefs over the past couple of seasons.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / August 23

Chiefs WR Tyquan Thornton's 2025 preseason performance confirms suspicion that we've had all summer long about him

The Kansas City Chiefs quietly added wide receiver Tyquan Thornton to their practice squad late last season. A 2022 second-round draft selection by the Patriots, Thornton was hindered by injuries and being in a poor offensive system during his time in New England.