Speed kills. And in the NFL, it’s the difference between six points and a shoestring tackle. Just ask Xavier Worthy. The Chiefs rookie wideout didn’t just break the 40-yard dash record at the NFL Combine last season—he torched it. A blazing 4.21 seconds, cementing his name in history.
But what’s a record if nobody tries to break it? Enter Jaydon Blue, a Texas running back with confidence hotter than Arrowhead in December. The cherry on the cake? That’s Xavier’s ex-Texas teammate.
Blue made it clear: He is ‘worthy’ of going after Worthy’s crown. “I think I’ll break the 40 record,” he said before stepping onto the track at the Combine. “[I might run a] 4.1 or 4.20.” Bold words. But did he back them up? Well, not exactly.
When the dust settled, Blue clocked in at 4.38 seconds. Impressive? Absolutely. Record-breaking? Not even close. And Worthy? Let’s just say he had thoughts. “Respect those who come before you,” he clapped back. Six words, simple and sharp, like a well-timed juke.
Xavier Worthy’s reaction to Jaydon Blue running 4.3 after saying he was coming for Worthy’s record
“Respect those who come before you”
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— Cory Mose (@Cory_Mose) March 1, 2025
It wasn’t just Blue. Another former Texas teammate, Isaiah Bond, also declared he was set to dethrone Worthy. “I’m going to break the record tomorrow, for sure,” Bond promised. But when Saturday rolled around, Worthy’s time stood tall. Because running a 4.2 is one thing—talking about it is another.
This isn’t just about a stopwatch. It’s about legacy. Worthy’s record isn’t just a number; it’s a statement. And while challengers will come and go, that 4.21 isn’t budging until someone proves they’re more than just pregame bravado.
So, who’s next? Because as of now, Xavier Worthy still wears the crown. And he’s making sure everyone remembers exactly why.
Reuniting Xavier Worthy with Bond could be a recipe of chaos
Just ask anyone who had to chase down Xavier Worthy last season… He had the running cleats on! 59 catches, 638 yards, and six touchdowns. Not bad for a guy who made history before even taking a snap. But now? Kansas City might be doubling down on the track meet.
Enter Isaiah Bond. Worthy’s former Texas teammate. Another speed demon with wheels that make DBs question their career choices. And he’s already drawing comparisons to Worthy, not just because of their Longhorns connection, but because he’s a serious contender to break that 40-yard dash record. ESPN’s Matt Miller even thinks Bond has a real shot at shattering Worthy’s mark in Indianapolis.
Now imagine both of them in the same offense.
The Chiefs aren’t just looking for speed—they need it. Super Bowl LIX exposed an offense that, at times, looked sluggish. Travis Kelce, DeAndre Hopkins, and JuJu Smith-Schuster all played key roles, but let’s be honest—this wasn’t the Chiefs team that used to turn every drive into a track meet. Worthy brought some of that juice back, but adding Bond? That’s taking it to another level.
Picture Patrick Mahomes with two of the fastest receivers in NFL history on the field at the same time. It’s the kind of nightmare scenario for defenses that only Miami’s Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and De’Von Achane have pulled off. Worthy and Bond would stretch defenses to their breaking point, creating space for guys like Rashee Rice to eat underneath.
The deep game? Unstoppable. The big-play potential? Ridiculous.
Of course, Kansas City still has a few gaps to fill. Bond isn’t a big-bodied “X” receiver, and the Chiefs could use a physical presence to complement all that speed. But if Andy Reid and Brett Veach can find that missing piece, this offense could be the fastest—and scariest—in the league. Worthy and Bond reunited? That’s chaos waiting to happen.
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