Chiefs Agree to 2-Year, $11M Deal with WR Thornton

Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton returns to Kansas City on a new contract.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract with wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, keeping him in Kansas City. The deal was reached on the first day of the NFL's legal tampering period.

Why it matters

Thornton emerged as a key part of the Chiefs' passing attack last season, and retaining him helps maintain continuity in their offense as they look to defend their Super Bowl title.

The details

According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the two-year contract will pay Thornton $11 million over the life of the deal. Thornton had a breakout 2025 season, catching 68 passes for 912 yards and 7 touchdowns as part of the Chiefs' high-powered offense.

  • The contract agreement was reached on March 10, 2026, the first day of the NFL's legal tampering period.

The players

Tyquan Thornton

A wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs who had a breakout 2025 season.

Kansas City Chiefs

The NFL team that Tyquan Thornton plays for, who have agreed to a new two-year contract with him.

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What they’re saying

“Thornton will be making $11 million over the contract, receiving a nice payday.”

— Tom Pelissero, NFL Network reporter (on3.com)

What’s next

The Chiefs will look to Thornton to continue his strong production in their offense as they aim to defend their Super Bowl title in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Retaining Tyquan Thornton on a new two-year deal keeps the Chiefs' talented receiving corps intact as they look to repeat as Super Bowl champions.