Xavier Worthy’s 2026 season receiving total hinges on his elevated role as the Chiefs’ primary wideout amid injuries to Rashee Rice (hamstring) and Tyquan Thornton (ankle, out long-term). Through six games he has posted 24 receptions for 217 yards and one touchdown, with target share near 20 percent and strong usage in the intermediate area when healthy. A Week 6 breakout of 73 yards against the Chargers contrasted with a Week 7 low of 11 yards versus Seattle, highlighting inconsistency against tight coverage and questions about his ability to consistently separate or win contested catches. Andy Reid has shifted more routes to Worthy, who is fully recovered from prior shoulder issues, yet the Broncos’ stingy secondary awaits in Week 8 and the November trade deadline could bring added depth or a new target for Patrick Mahomes. Schedule strength, red-zone opportunities, and whether Worthy sustains high snap counts will shape his final yardage.