Kansas City Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy Arrested on Assault Charge in Texas

In a surprising turn of events, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested on an assault charge in Travis County, Texas. The arrest took place following an incident reported on Monday, leading to Worthy's booking into the Travis County Jail. Details of the alleged assault have not been fully disclosed, but it has sparked significant attention due to Worthy's rising profile in the NFL.

Worthy, who was a standout player at the University of Texas before being drafted by the Chiefs, is now facing legal challenges that could impact his professional career. His legal team has issued a statement asserting Worthy's innocence and expressing confidence that the truth will come to light as the legal process unfolds.

The Kansas City Chiefs organization has yet to comment on the situation, leaving fans and analysts to speculate on the potential implications for the team. This incident adds another layer of scrutiny to the NFL, which has been dealing with various off-field issues involving its players.

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Why is Xavier worthy in jail?

Worthy was arrested Friday night in Georgetown, Texas, and booked at the Williamson County Sherriff's Office on a criminal charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation, per jailhouse records.

Why did Worthy get arrested?

Worthy, a former Texas football player who has an address in the Austin suburb of Georgetown, was arrested Friday. He was booked for assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation, which is a third-degree felony.

How long is the Xavier-worthy jail sentence?

In Texas, impeding a family member's breathing or circulation is a third-degree felony and punishable by two to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Worthy was the Chiefs' first-round draft pick in 2024.

What Chiefs players have been arrested?

By now you may have heard that Kansas City wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested in Texas and booked on assault charges.

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