Cincinnati, Ohio – Rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy showed off his incredible speed during his NFL debut with the Kansas City Chiefs, but not all members of the Cincinnati Bengals’ secondary were impressed. Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt seemed unimpressed by Worthy’s abilities, stating that the rookie’s main strength lies in his speed, specifically his ability to run straight and execute jet sweeps.
As the Bengals prepare to face the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, Taylor-Britt is expected to match up against Worthy on the field. Worthy, who was drafted by the Chiefs after an impressive performance at the NFL scouting combine, caught the attention of fans and analysts alike with his record-breaking 40-yard dash time of 4.21 seconds.
During his debut game, Worthy made his mark by scoring a 35-yard touchdown and running for a 21-yard score in the Chiefs’ victory over the Ravens. Despite Taylor-Britt’s comments about Worthy’s limited skill set, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes praised the rookie’s ability to find open spaces on the field and run routes effectively.
Although Worthy’s role in the Chiefs’ offense was somewhat limited in the season opener, Mahomes expressed confidence in the young receiver’s potential to make significant contributions in future games. Mahomes emphasized that Worthy’s debut performance showcased his speed and route-running abilities, hinting at a promising future for the rookie in the Chiefs’ offense.
While Taylor-Britt remains skeptical about Worthy’s overall impact, the rookie’s impressive debut has sparked excitement among Chiefs fans and players alike. As Worthy continues to adjust to the NFL level and build chemistry with Mahomes, there is optimism surrounding his potential to become a key playmaker for the Chiefs in the future.