Chiefs Rumors: Tyquan Thornton to Sign Practice Squad Contract After Patriots Release

Former New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is signing with the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad, according to ESPN's Ian Rapoport.

The former Patriot is looking for a fresh start after being waived on Saturday.

Before signing with the defending champions, Thornton drew interest from multiple teams, including the New Orleans Saints, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Thornton, a former second-round pick out of Baylor, appeared in six games for the Patriots this season, recording 47 yards on four receptions.

The speedy wide receiver failed to develop into the threat the Patriots had hoped for, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss.

The 24-year-old has totaled 385 yards since being drafted in 2022, along with two touchdowns and 18 first downs.

Thornton has not played since Week 8 against the New York Jets, where he logged 20 yards on two receptions.

Thornton faces stiff competition in Kansas City, vying for a spot alongside DeAndre Hopkins, Xavier Worthy and JuJu Smith-Schuster.