Unusual Draft Day for Xavier Worthy
In the world of the NFL draft, surprises are expected, but for Xavier Worthy, the day came with an unexpected encounter that left fans and analysts scratching their heads. Worthy, the talented wide receiver, now with the Kansas City Chiefs, experienced a moment of confusion and intrigue involving the Indianapolis Colts that added an unexpected twist to his draft day story.
An Abrupt End to the Colts' Call
Worthy was selected as the 28th overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs. Yet, it was not the call informing him of this life-changing opportunity that has been the subject of discussion, but rather an earlier, puzzling call from the Indianapolis Colts. Midway through the draft's first round, Worthy received a call from the Colts, a team in need of strengthening their roster. Though initially excited, Worthy’s anticipation quickly turned to confusion. "The Colts hung up on my face. It was a little crazy," Worthy recounted. "The Colts called my phone on draft day and hung up the phone. They said, 'Hello, this is so and so with the Colts.' And then they stopped talking and hung up."
Colts' Draft Strategy
The Colts' intentions during their interaction with Worthy remain unclear, particularly considering their decisions during the draft. With the 15th overall pick, the Colts secured Laiatu Latu, focusing on another area of need. They then went on to select Adonai Mitchell with their second-round, 52nd overall pick. The abrupt disconnect with Worthy raises further questions about what could have been and whether Worthy was considered as a potential selection before they decided on Latu.
Settling with the Chiefs
Despite the oddity of the exchange with the Colts, Worthy seems undeterred and has not let the incident overshadow his enthusiasm for joining the Chiefs. Worthy expressed confidence and optimism upon being drafted by Kansas City, a franchise with a strong history and current dominance in the league. "Exactly where I want to be," says Worthy, highlighting his satisfaction with the turn his professional journey has taken.
Worthy joins a Kansas City Chiefs team that is currently unbeaten with a 7-0 record, underscoring their championship pedigree. As the Chiefs aim for another deep playoff run, Worthy is set to focus his energy and talent toward contributing to the team's continued success. "I'm positive," he states, with his attention firmly fixed on the Chiefs' championship aspirations.
Chasing History
The Chiefs' undefeated streak continues to fuel speculation and excitement, as they prepare for a pivotal game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Should they maintain this momentum, they have the potential to join an elite group of teams with historic starts. The 1990 San Francisco 49ers remain the only squad to have kicked off a season 10-0 as reigning two-time defending champions, a company the Chiefs aspire to join.
For Xavier Worthy, the transition from a college standout to a professional hopeful now becomes a journey full of possibility and promise. With eyes set on aiding the Chiefs in notching a third consecutive championship, Worthy dismisses any lingering thoughts of the draft day's irregularities. His focus, choices, and path now align under the bright lights of the NFL, as he aims to secure his place in league lore with the Kansas City Chiefs.