Pats Pulpit
Thornton joined the Chiefs following his recent release from the Patriots.
Former second-round draft pick Tyquan Thornton never worked out with the New England Patriots, leading to his eventual release last week. Since then, he has joined the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad and promptly earned some praise from his new quarterback.
“Obviously, in season haven’t watched a ton of film on him, but just from the highlights that I have seen: a ton of big-play ability,” Patrick Mahomes told reporters on Wednesday.
“Someone that has a big frame. I didn’t realize how tall he was until he got in the building. I’m excited to see him on the practice field working and I’m sure guys like Carson [Wentz] will give him chances downfield and we’ll get to see that speed. A lot of talent, a lot of ability and I think it will be good to get him worked in within the offense and see what he can do.”
In two and a half seasons with the Patriots, Thornton appeared in 28 games. The speedster touched the ball 45 times for 452 yards and three touchdowns.
