"Unfavorable situation arises as Travis Kelce inflicts injury on teammate, potentially causing lengthy absence and posing a problem for Patrick Mahomes' strategic plans"

Kansas City Chiefs Suffer Setback with Injury to Xavier Worthy

The Kansas City Chiefs are facing an uncertain future after second-year receiver Xavier Worthy suffered an injury during their season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. The extent of Worthy's injury will be determined after an MRI scan when the team returns to the US.

The collision that resulted in Worthy's injury occurred during the second quarter of the game, when he came into contact with teammate Travis Kelce. The video footage shows a member of the Chiefs medical staff expressing concern over Worthy's injury, saying "Looks bad." Worthy left the field for treatment and did not return to the game.

Worthy was expected to play a significant role in the Chiefs' offense this season, as head coach Andy Reid aimed to improve the down-field threat from the team. The absence of Worthy, along with the suspensions of Rashee Rice and the injury to rookie receiver Jalen Royals, will limit the Chiefs' receiving options.

The Chiefs' season opener did not go as planned, as they lost to the Chargers with a score of 27-21. The team is now aiming to avoid going 0-2 for the first time since 2014, after their defeat in Week 1.

Despite the setbacks, Patrick Mahomes shone in Sao Paolo, Brazil, breaking more NFL records and courting controversy for his sideline collisions. Travis Kelce also had a good game, catching two of his four targets for 47 yards, including a 39-yard catch for the Chiefs' second touchdown of the game.

The Chiefs will play the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 2, in a repeat of Super Bowl LIX at Arrowhead Stadium. The teams will meet again in seven months, with the Eagles chasing a second win of the season after victory over the Dallas Cowboys, while the Chiefs aim for their first win.

The Chiefs are expected to face a fierce battle for the AFC West title, not having won it almost a decade ago. The team will need to overcome their early-season losses and make the most of their remaining talent to secure a place at the top of the division.

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"Unfavorable situation arises as Travis Kelce inflicts injury on teammate, potentially causing lengthy absence and posing a problem for Patrick Mahomes' strategic plans"