Why Hollywood Brown Doesn't Take A Single Moment for Granted

The Kansas City Chiefs brought back Hollywood Brown after a season where he wasn't on the field to showcase what he's got. Battling injury in 2024 that kept him off the field for a majority of the season, the Chiefs front office took a chance in bringing him back, and it's worked out.

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Hollywood Brown (5) walks down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

So far this season, Brown has been the main wide receiving option for quarterback Patrick Mahomes, hauling in 26 receptions in 40 targets. While there may be times when some wish that Brown did more, his reliability out on the field is one reason the Chiefs always play competitive games.

Some members of the Chiefs Kingdom held their breath earlier this offseason when Brown was dealing with some injuries during OTAs and training camp. But now that it's in the past, and seeing what Brown has done for Kansas City, there should be some comfort in the Kingdom for the veteran.

What Being in the Offense Means to Brown

Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Hollywood Brown (5) scores a touchdown as Baltimore Ravens cornerback Chidobe Awuzie (3) defends during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Brown joined the voice of the Chiefs, Mitch Holthus, and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen in a recent episode of the "Defend the Kingdom Podcast" to discuss what being in the offense means to him, and his answer didn't disappoint.

"Since I've been here uh you know battling injuries and uh you know devastated when I got hurt in training camp for me and um not even knowing if I'll be able to play week one and just working like tirelessly to to try to make it back and then you know X goes down you know taking on even more and at the same time building myself up," Brown told Holthus and McMullen.

Sep 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) and wide receiver Hollywood Brown (5) are introduced against the Philadelphia Eagles prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

"It's been real, it's been a lot, but it's been really important that each week I feel like I'm getting better. Pat trusted me with more. My body is getting better and I feel like I'm playing faster and faster each week. So like for me it's exciting."

What's in Store for Brown Down the Line

Aug 22, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) celebrates with guard Trey Smith (65) after scoring against the Chicago Bears during the first half of the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Come Week 7, Brown and the rest of the offense get Rashee Rice back, which should only improve their chances viewed better around the league. However, they have to get past the Detroit Lions in Week 6 before worrying about Rice returning in Week 7.

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