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The Kansas City Chiefs kicked off their journey for a third consecutive Super Bowl win with a thrilling victory over the Baltimore Ravens. It was a nail-biting first game of the season and could very well be a sneak peek of the AFC title game down the road.
Despite a close call, the Chiefs managed to secure a 27-20 win, with Isaiah Likely coming just inches away from tying the game on the final play. The standout of the game for the Chiefs was rookie Xavier Worthy, who made quite the entrance into the NFL.
The former Texas Longhorns star not only broke the 40-yard dash record at the NFL Combine but also scored two touchdowns in his debut game. Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs' quarterback, had high praise for the new addition to the team, saying, "He's so cool, calm and collected, I didn't have to tell him much."
Worthy's impact was felt early on as he scored a rushing touchdown in the first quarter and then followed it up with a 35-yard receiving touchdown in the fourth quarter, giving the Chiefs a solid lead of 27-17. With just three touches in his first NFL game, Worthy made a significant impression, prompting Mahomes to express his desire to utilize him even more in games.
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It's clear that Mahomes is thrilled to have Worthy as part of the team's offensive arsenal.The quarterback's excitement is palpable as he looks forward to incorporating Worthy's skills into their gameplay.
Looking ahead, the Chiefs are gearing up to face off against Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2. It's another highly-anticipated AFC showdown that fans are surely eager to witness. As the team continues their quest for another Super Bowl victory, all eyes will be on how Worthy and the rest of the Chiefs' lineup will perform in the coming games.
The Chiefs' season opener was filled with excitement and a promising display of talent from their rookie sensation, Xavier Worthy. With Mahomes leading the charge and Worthy making waves in his debut, the team is poised for an electrifying season ahead. As they prepare to take on the Bengals in their next game, there's no doubt that fans will be eagerly anticipating another thrilling performance from this dynamic team.