Chiefs bring back wide receiver 'Hollywood' Brown on deal worth up to $11 million, AP source says

The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed wide receiver Marquise Brown on a one-year contract worth up to $11 million, as reported by a person familiar with the negotiations, who spoke anonymously. This move marks a continuation of Brown's stint with the team, having previously signed a similar one-year contract last season.

Brown's 2022 campaign was derailed by an early-season shoulder injury, which required surgery and kept him off the field until Week 15. During limited appearances, he recorded nine catches for 91 yards in two regular-season games and added five catches for 50 yards in the playoffs, including a brief showing in the Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

While Brown has shown potential as an explosive downfield threat, injuries have plagued his six-year NFL career, with only one season in which he has played all 16 games. With his return, the Chiefs maintain at least one experienced wideout as they navigate free agency, where they could potentially lose several other key receivers.

The Chiefs are in a tough spot with their wide receiver roster, especially with younger players like Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice facing their own off-field challenges. Worthy was recently arrested for assault, a serious accusation that could impact his future with the team. His attorneys maintain his innocence as the Chiefs monitor the situation.

In addition, Rice is dealing with multiple civil lawsuits and criminal charges stemming from a high-speed crash earlier this year. As the Chiefs prepare for the upcoming season, the combination of experienced players like Brown and the uncertainty surrounding their younger counterparts will be crucial for the team's offensive strategy moving forward.