When the Kansas City Chiefs signed Tyquan Thornton to their practice squad last November, few could have predicted he’d be playing a featured role in the offense less than a year later. But in the Chiefs’ 22-9 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday night, Thornton not only delivered his best game as a pro — he showed signs of becoming a reliable target for Patrick Mahomes.

Tyquan Thornton’s timing and connection with Mahomes are steadily improving

Thornton finished with five receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown, pacing a Kansas City receiving corps that has been thinned by injuries and suspensions.

“I love that my quarterback is trusting me more and more,” Thornton said in the locker room. “Not just last night but in the previous games as well. I love the moment and the opportuni

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