Kansas City Chiefs: Wide Receiver Shake-Up
The Kansas City Chiefs are making waves in 2026, and their latest move involves a change in their wide receiver lineup. Hollywood Brown, who spent the last two seasons with the Chiefs, has inked a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Brown, now 28, began his NFL journey when the Baltimore Ravens selected him 25th overall out of Oklahoma in the 2019 NFL Draft. During his three-year stint with the Ravens, he achieved his only 1,000-yard season in 2021, showcasing his potential as a dynamic playmaker.
In a bold move on Day 1 of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Ravens traded Brown to the Arizona Cardinals, who subsequently picked up his fifth-year option. After the 2023 season, Brown hit the market as an unrestricted free agent, paving his path to Kansas City.
His arrival in Kansas City in 2024 was met with high expectations, as the Chiefs hoped he would be their deep-threat solution. Unfortunately, his debut was cut short by a sternoclavicular joint injury on the very first play of the preseason. This setback limited him to just five appearances, including the playoffs, where he managed 14 catches for 141 yards.
Despite the rocky start, Brown returned to the Chiefs on a one-year deal for the 2025 season. He stepped up when the team needed him most, especially with Xavier Worthy sidelined by injury and Rashee Rice serving a suspension. Brown's contributions were vital, as he tallied 49 receptions for 587 yards and five touchdowns over the season.
Now, as he joins the Eagles, Brown is eager to recapture the form that made him a standout in 2021. His journey continues, and fans will be watching to see if he can reignite that spark in Philadelphia.