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Worthy Battles Back: Shoulder Surgery Ends Painful Season
16 Jan
Summary
- Xavier Worthy had successful shoulder surgery on January 14, 2026.
- He injured his shoulder in Week 1, tearing his labrum and dislocating it.
- Worthy finished the 2025 season with 42 receptions for 532 yards and one touchdown.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy has concluded his 2025 season by undergoing successful shoulder surgery on January 14, 2026. The procedure marks the end of a year plagued by physical setbacks and pain management, with the player himself confirming the surgery.
The injury originated in Week 1 on September 8, 2025, when Worthy tore his labrum and dislocated his right shoulder against the Los Angeles Chargers. Despite the severity, he opted for delayed surgery to remain active, a decision that led to lingering issues throughout the season, compounded by a later ankle injury.
Worthy's 2025 statistics reflect the challenges, with 42 receptions for 532 receiving yards and one touchdown. This performance represents a decline from his healthy rookie campaign. As the Chiefs look towards 2026, Worthy's full recovery is seen as crucial for the team's wide receiver corps.
