Chiefs Sign Tyquan Thornton to Practice Squad

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed former New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton to their practice squad following his recent release from New England. Thornton, a second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, struggled to make an impact during his time with the Patriots, recording only 39 receptions for 385 yards and two touchdowns over two seasons. Despite his limited production, the Chiefs are intrigued by his impressive speed, having clocked a 4.28-second 40-yard dash at the 2022 combine. The Chiefs hope Thornton can contribute to their offense, especially given their current depth issues at the wide receiver position. This marks the second time Kansas City has acquired a Patriots receiver this season, after signing Juju Smith-Schuster earlier. If called up, fans may finally see Thornton showcase the explosiveness that made him a sought-after prospect.