Law authorities in Texas have declined to press charges against Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy.
The rookie sensation was arrested on Friday after an alleged domestic incident at his home in Willamson County. However, late on Saturday, authorities told the Austin Amercan-Statesman that charges would not be forthcoming.
The incident occurred when a woman claimed Worthy, the Chiefs' No. 1 pick in 2024 out of Texas, had assaulted her.
However, the sheriff's office did an investigation into the situation and declined to press charges.
"After further investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and further discussion with a third-party witness, Mr. Worthy and his attorneys, this case is being declined at this time pending completion of the investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office," an email from District Attorney Shawn Dick's office told the Statesman. "Mr. Worthy and his lawyers are fully cooperating with this investigation.
Earlier, Worthy's attorneys had released a statement proclaiming their client's innocence.
"We are aware of the allegation that led to Mr. Worthy's arrest," attorneys Sam Bassett and Chip Lewis said. "We are working with law enforcement in Williamson County to ensure they have the benefit of the totality of circumstances that led to this allegation.
"The complainant was recently asked to vacate Mr. Worthy's residence upon discovery of her infidelity. She has refused to do so and made a number of extortive efforts prior to resorting to this baseless allegation against Mr. Worthy..."
Worthy was the 28th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. In his rookie season, he had 59 receptions for 638 yards, and six receiving touchdowns, He also scored three rushing touchdowns.