Chiefs’ Rookie Receivers Face Injuries at Training Camp

A collision at Kansas City Chiefs’ training camp briefly threatened rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen’s promising start. The incident involved Allen and resulted in a bruised shin, avoiding serious injury like a tear or fracture, as reported by ESPN.

Allen wasn’t the only player affected on Saturday. Fellow Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy also experienced an injury scare. During an 11-on-11 session, Worthy landed on his shoulder after catching a deep pass. This incident adds to his history of shoulder issues, having injured his right shoulder last season during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers, followed by an offseason procedure.

Allen’s mishap occurred during a special teams exercise involving pooch punts. He collided with defensive back Kaiir Elam near the goal line as they pursued the ball. While Elam walked away unscathed, Allen needed assistance to get onto a cart.

The Chiefs’ special teams coordinator, Dave Toub, expressed concern over Allen’s injury, praising his noteworthy performance on offense and special teams. Toub noted Allen’s contributions both as a gunner and returner, emphasizing the importance of rookies participating in special teams drills until they establish themselves.

Drafted in the fifth round in April, Allen quickly became a key target for quarterback Patrick Mahomes, leading team catches during practice drills.

This information follows Fox News Digital’s sports coverage, provided by sports writer Chantz Martin.