Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton suffered a gruesome-looking injury in the fourth quarter of his team's Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
The injury occurred after Thornton reeled in a 55-yard pass from Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Thornton was running toward the end zone when he was tackled from behind by Raiders defensive back Treydan Stukes.
Thornton's left leg twisted awkwardly under Stukes as he was dragged to the ground. The 26-year-old receiver laid on the ground after the play, and his left foot appeared to be facing the wrong direction.
Thornton received medical attention on the field before being carted into the locker room.
Tyquan Thornton injury update
The Chiefs quickly ruled Thornton out for the remainder of their Week 4 game against the Raiders after his ankle injury.
Thornton recorded five catches for 111 yards and two touchdowns before leaving the game. All led the team.
Chiefs WR depth chart
The Chiefs dressed six receivers for their Week 4 game against the Raiders. Below is a look at the pecking order within that unit.
Tyquan Thornton
Thornton wasn't the only Chiefs receiver to suffer an injury in Week 4 against the Raiders. Rice also left the game early with a hamstring injury, which was what forced Thornton into a larger role in the first place.
With Thornton and Rice presumably out, Royals and Allen will see larger roles for the Chiefs as they look to remain undefeated.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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