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In overtime, Thornton made his second downfield catch of the game, hanging on through a big hit by the oncoming safety to keep the drive alive on third and long. When it comes to catches in traffic, especially further downfield, Thornton has been much more reliable than the players who receive the top-2 most snaps in the receiving room.
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Thornton more reliable in traffic downfield than top-snap receivers Rice, Worthy.

Thornton emerged as a key downfield receiver in the Chiefs' overtime win, making critical catches on third-and-long situations in both regulation and overtime. On a pair of third-and-long throws, Mahomes hit Thornton on deep crossing patterns. In overtime, Thornton made his second downfield catch of the game, hanging on through a big hit by the oncoming safety to keep the drive alive. The source notes that when it comes to catches in traffic, especially further downfield, Thornton has been much more reliable than the players who receive the top-2 most snaps in the receiving room (Rice and Worthy).

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