Kadarius Toney reveals one special condition that makes him the best WR in NFL

With quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wide receiver Kadarius Toney at the helm, the Kansas City Chiefs seem poised to secure back-to-back Super Bowl championships. The offense struggled throughout the season, but the squad still managed to make it to the playoffs. 

Injuries worsened Toney’s already difficult time on the field and he was forced to miss several campaigns due to it. He also got embroiled in some off-field controversies. The wide receiver still believes he is the best player in his position, regardless of this setback.

Kadarius Toney backs himself as number 1 NFL WR

Kadarius Toney wasn’t afraid to talk about his struggles on the field during an open interview with NFL Network’s Michael Robinson on Super Bowl LVIII Opening Night. The host wasted no time in asking the WR about his health. The receiver expressed his readiness to hit the field and make a significant impact, showing confidence in his good condition.

However, it was the vetetan’s response to Robinson’s question about whether he sees himself as a No. 1 WR that caught attention. Toney didn’t even hesitate before stating firmly, “Yeah, if I get the ball.”

However, the receiver’s performance during the 2023-24 season didn’t entirely align with his aspirations. In a game against the Detroit Lions, he struggled by dropping three passes. His miscues extended beyond dropped passes, including a critical offside penalty against the Buffalo Bills that nullified a potential touchdown play.

Kadarius Toney still managed to score a touchdown that season, despite all of these obstacles. But when taken as a whole, his numbers showed that he was more of a supporting cast member than a mainstay.

Toney receives clear Travis Kelce message

Last week, the NFL community witnessed an unexpected drama as Kadarius Toney took to social media to air grievances about undisclosed team issues. However, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce wasn’t happy about how the incident unfolded.

Following the WR’s Instagram Live session, where he voiced his concerns about the Chiefs’ handling of his injury status during the AFC Championship Game, Kelce opted for a diplomatic approach. The TE handled the situation gracefully and acknowledged Toney’s outstanding talent.

“What’s real is what happens in this building and how we can channel that. I just wanted him to make sure he knew we’re all still behind him and ready to go get this Super Bowl,” Kelce said via Marca.

Kadarius Toney’s initial frustration stemmed from his injury designation and subsequent reports linking it to personal matters. However, in a statement on February 4, he clarified that his words were misrepresented. The receiver shed light on the challenges athletes face when their private lives intersect with public scrutiny. He even addressed the incident during Super Bowl LVIII Opening Night.