Worthy was drafted by the Chiefs in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft
Xavier Worthy, 21, was booked by Williamson County Sheriff's Office on Friday on an assault charge. (Williamson County Sheriff's Office)
The indictment stated that there was an assault on a household or family member in which their breathing was obstructed. It is a third-degree felony, punishable by a maximum of 10 years in prison, according to Texas law.
No bond had been made as of Saturday morning.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) runs with the ball against Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) during the first half of Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. (Bill Streicher-Imagn Images)
The Chiefs responded in a statement to Fox News Digital, "We are aware and gathering information."
A standout at Texas, Worthy was selected by the Chiefs with the no. 28 overall pick. He completed his rookie year with 59 receptions for 638 yards and six touchdowns, and 20 carries for 104 yards and three additional scores.
Worthy also made an impact in the Chiefs' third-consecutive Super Bowl game, catching eight passes for 157 yards and two scores in the 40-22 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
His total yardage set an NFL rookie record for the big game.