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Newer update on Xavier Worthy: Kenneth Walker scores twice, Chiefs lead Chargers 19-3 at halftime

Xavier Worthy operating as Chiefs' WR1 vs. Chargers

Xavier Worthy is set to be Kansas City's top wide receiver Sunday against the Chargers with Rashee Rice out.

By Cole Hartwell
Xavier Worthy
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Xavier Worthy will be the Chiefs’ top wideout against the Chargers on Sunday due to the absence of Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee), according to RotoWire.

What happened

RotoWire reports Worthy will operate as the Chiefs’ WR1 in Week 6 against the Chargers. Rashee Rice is sidelined with a hamstring/knee issue.

Context

Worthy has 33.3 PPR points through four games this season, with 22 targets, 14 receptions, 133 receiving yards, and one touchdown. He is playing 80% of snaps. His best game came in Week 2 with 13.5 PPR points, on 7 targets, 5 catches, 25 yards, and a touchdown. He followed with 4.0 PPR points in Week 3 and 11.0 PPR points in Week 4.

Rice has 38.0 PPR points through four games, with 17 targets, 13 receptions, 190 receiving yards, and one touchdown. He had 15.8 PPR points in Week 3 and 12.3 PPR points in Week 2, but played only 10% of snaps in Week 4.

Depth chart

On the Chiefs’ wide receiver depth chart, Rice is listed as SWR1, with Worthy as RWR2. Jalen Royals is next at LWR3, with 10.7 PPR points this season on 3 catches for 17 yards and a touchdown. Tyquan Thornton, listed at LWR7, has 44.9 PPR points on 11 receptions for 219 yards and two touchdowns, but is tagged with an ankle injury and is on injured reserve, according to Sleeper.

What’s next

The Chiefs host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, October 18, in Week 6. Worthy is projected for 10.6 PPR points in that matchup.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Worthy should see an increase in targets with Rice out, making him a solid WR2/flex option in Week 6. He has been inconsistent, but the expanded role against the Chargers gives him a higher ceiling. Managers in need of a wide receiver should consider starting him. On the depth chart, Jalen Royals is next up and could see more work, though he has only 10.7 PPR points this season. Tyquan Thornton has been productive when healthy, but his IR tag means he won’t be available. Worthy is a strong add in leagues where he might still be available, given the opportunity for more targets and snaps.

Quick answers

Will Xavier Worthy play in Week 6?

Yes, RotoWire reports Worthy will be the Chiefs' top wideout against the Chargers on Sunday.

Is Rashee Rice playing in Week 6?

No, RotoWire states Worthy will operate as WR1 due to the absence of Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee).

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 6 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. Kansas City Chiefs depth chart, WR (Sleeper)
  4. Xavier Worthy: Operating as Chiefs' WR1 (RotoWire)

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