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Andy Reid Reportedly Makes Immediate Move to Help Patrick Mahomes After Chiefs Lose Tyquan Thornton

The Kansas City Chiefs won 30-27 against their divisional rivals, the Las Vegas Raiders, at Allegiant Stadium on October 4. But the victory came at a steep price. Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton sustained a serious left leg injury that led…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 6:29 AM
Andy Reid Reportedly Makes Immediate Move to Help Patrick Mahomes After Chiefs Lose Tyquan Thornton
Key Things to Know
  • The Chiefs reportedly reached out to free agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill's agent following Tyquan Thornton's serious leg injury.
  • Tyquan Thornton was carted off during Kansas City's 30-27 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
  • Hill, who is recovering from a 2025 multi-ligament knee injury, is targeting a return to action in November.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Kansas City Chiefs have reportedly contacted agent Drew Rosenhaus regarding a potential reunion with free agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill. According to Mike Silver of The Athletic, head coach Andy Reid and the Chiefs moved quickly to explore bringing Hill back after wide receiver Tyquan Thornton suffered a severe leg injury during Kansas City's 30-27 win against the Las Vegas Raiders on October 4.

Hill has been a free agent since being released by the Miami Dolphins in February 2026 following major knee surgery in late 2025. The veteran receiver is reportedly targeting a November return to the field, and key Chiefs players including Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have expressed strong support for his potential signing.

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