Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown Injury Update: Will He Play vs. Eagles in Week 2?
Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown, the Kansas City Chiefs' leading receiver from Week 1, is dealing with an ankle injury. This report examines his status ahead of the crucial Super Bowl LIX rematch against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 14th and considers the implications for the Chiefs' receiving corps.
Latest Injury Report
Despite the ankle injury, Brown participated in Wednesday's practice session, suggesting the injury isn't severe. The Chiefs are already facing a shortage of healthy wide receivers, making Brown's availability all the more critical for their Week 2 game.
Expected Game Status
Based on current reports, Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown is expected to play against the Philadelphia Eagles. The injury doesn't seem to be affecting his participation in team workouts, making his presence on the field likely.
Chiefs WR Depth Chart Implications
If Brown were unable to play, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes would need to rely on other receiving options. Potential targets include veteran pass-catchers JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tyquan Thornton, Nikko Remigio, and Jason Brownlee.
Week 2 Outlook
The Kansas City Chiefs' receiving corps is looking to bounce back after their Week 1 loss. With Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown expected to play despite the ankle injury, the team is hoping he can contribute significantly against the Philadelphia Eagles. If Brown needs to come off the field at any point, Mahomes will have to rely on the depth of the roster.