The Kansas City Chiefs are entering the 2025 off-season with a series of off-the-field controversies overshadowing their team. While the relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce continues to dominate headlines, the Chiefs are also grappling with more serious legal issues.
One of the most pressing concerns is the legal situation surrounding one of their star players. Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy is facing a temporary restraining order after a troubling incident. Tia Jones, the woman involved, filed for and was granted a protective order against Worthy following his arrest on March 7, 2025. Worthy was taken into custody in Texas on allegations of assault involving a family or household member. He was subsequently released from jail, though the investigation remains ongoing.
Jones’ legal team confirmed that she is fully cooperating with authorities as the investigation into Worthy’s actions continues. According to a statement from her attorney, Tia Jones filed for the protective order due to violent actions perpetrated by Worthy on the night of March 7, 2025. The statement highlighted that the judge granted the temporary protective order based on the truthful information provided by Jones. The attorney emphasized that Jones is committed to working with law enforcement throughout the investigation and is eager to see the full details of the incident revealed through the legal process. Jones has also expressed her appreciation for the support she has received.
In response, Worthy’s legal team denied the allegations, stating that they were aware of the civil court filing but insisted that the claims were false. According to Worthy’s attorneys, the accusations made by Jones are untrue, and they suggest that she returned personal items that had been taken from Worthy’s home while he was in jail. They further claimed that some items remained missing. Worthy maintains his innocence and stands by the conclusions reached by the District Attorney’s office after reviewing the allegations and evidence.
As the investigation unfolds, the Chiefs organization and their supporters are closely monitoring the situation, which has cast a shadow over the team’s preparations for the off-season.