Chiefs' Marquise "Hollywood" Brown to undergo surgery, placed on injured reserve

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Chiefs WR Marquise "Hollywood" Brown to undergo surgery and placed on injured reserve

Why it matters: Marquise Brown's injury is a significant blow to the Chiefs' receiving corps and their offensive game plan.

  • Brown, known for his speed and playmaking ability, adds a dynamic element to Kansas City's passing attack.

What's new: Brown will require surgery for his sternoclavicular injury and will be placed on injured reserve, meaning he will miss at least the next four games.

  • The injury occurred during the Chiefs' preseason game against the Jaguars.

Yes, but: The Chiefs have shown depth at the wide receiver position with Rashee Rice stepping up as the leading receiver in their season opener and rookie Xavier Worthy making an impact with two touchdowns.

What to watch: The absence of Brown creates an opportunity for other receivers on the Chiefs' roster to step up and contribute in his absence.

What's next: The Chiefs will need to adjust their game plan and find ways to generate production from their receiving corps without Brown's presence on the field.

  • They may rely more heavily on their tight ends and running backs in the passing game.

The bottom line: Brown's injury is a setback for the Chiefs, but they have shown resilience and adaptability in the past.

  • The team will need to rely on their depth and coaching staff to overcome this challenge and continue their pursuit of success.
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