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In a Christmas Day matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, rookie Xavier Worthy scored a seven-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes, giving the Kansas City Chiefs an early lead. Despite the touchdown, Worthy was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct, and kicker Harrison Butker missed the extra point attempt. Worthy has been a standout player for the Chiefs this season, leading the team in touchdowns.
- Xavier Worthy continues to impress in his rookie season with the Chiefs.
- The Steelers have struggled defensively, allowing the most first-quarter touchdowns in the NFL.
Xavier Worthy | WR
Breakout
Week 16
6 receptions
8 targets
70 rec yards
1 rec TDs
2 carries
15 rush yards
0- Worthy caught a seven-yard touchdown pass from Mahomes.
- He leads the Chiefs with nine total touchdowns this season.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Pickup
Week 16
250 pass yards
1 pass TDs
0- Mahomes continues to perform well, connecting with rookie Worthy for a touchdown.
Kansas City Chiefs
- The Chiefs are showing strong offensive performance with rookie Worthy making significant contributions.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- The Steelers' defense has been vulnerable, allowing the most first-quarter touchdowns in the league.
Xavier Worthy | WR
Breakout
Week 16
1 receptions
1 targets
7 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Scored a seven-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes.
- Leads the Chiefs with nine touchdowns this season.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Pickup
Week 16
7 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Threw a touchdown pass to rookie Xavier Worthy.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Xavier Worthy is emerging as a key player for the Chiefs.
- The offense continues to perform well under Mahomes.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Defensive struggles continue with the most first-quarter touchdowns allowed in the league.