Posted on Sep 14
Chiefs' Marquise Brown undergoes shoulder surgery, expected to miss regular season
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Marquise "Hollywood" Brown placed on injured reserve, requiring surgery for shoulder injury.
Why it matters: Brown's absence from the Chiefs' lineup will be a significant blow to their offense, as he was expected to play a key role in their passing game this season.
What's new: Brown has been officially placed on injured reserve due to a shoulder injury that requires surgery. He is not expected to return until mid-January, potentially missing the entire regular season.
Yes, but: The Chiefs have depth at the wide receiver position with players like Tyreek Hill and Mecole Hardman, but Brown's speed and playmaking ability will be missed.
What to watch: Pay close attention to how the Chiefs adjust their offensive game plan without Brown. They may rely more heavily on their running game or look to other receivers to step up in his absence.
What's next: Brown will undergo surgery to address his sternoclavicular injury, and his rehabilitation process will determine when he can return to the field.
- Rick Burkholder, the Chiefs' head athletic trainer, has stated that Brown had been progressing well in rehab before the decision for surgery.
- It remains to be seen how long Brown's recovery and rehabilitation will take before he can resume football activities.
The bottom line: Losing a dynamic playmaker like Marquise Brown is a significant setback for the Chiefs' offense. They will need other receivers to step up in his absence and find ways to compensate for his absence on the field.