GettyPatrick Mahomes posted on social media moments after the Kansas City Chiefs signed Marquise "Hollywood" Brown.
The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their new starting wide receiver to pair with 2023 breakout rookie Rashee Rice and superstar tight end Travis Kelce, and it’s a player that the franchise has been connected to for years.
“Source: [Arizona] Cardinals WR [Marquise] Hollywood Brown is signing with the Chiefs,” NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport relayed late on the evening March 14, adding: “Another high-octane target for Patrick Mahomes.”
“One of the most talented WRs available,” he continued, “Brown lands in a perfect spot on a 1-year deal worth up to $11M with a chance to cash in next year.”
ESPN’s Adam Schefter also reported this story around the exact same moment as Rapoport, with his own personal touch on the news. “During his final season in Baltimore in 2021, Brown had 91 catches for 1,008 yards and six touchdowns,” Schefter noted. “During 26 games over two seasons in Arizona, Brown had 118 catches for 1,283 yards and seven TDs.”
Despite this reveal occurring after 10:30 p.m. EST on Thursday night, one person was seemingly ready for it — Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. He reacted with one simple emoji after seeing that the deal was finalized: “😁.”
The Chiefs QB restructured his contract once again in 2024, but the front office hasn’t typically utilized newfound money at wide receiver. It’s nice to see Kansas City finally land a pass-catcher in NFL free agency that puts a big old smile on Mahomes’ face.
New Chiefs WR Hollywood Brown Is Former First-Round Talent of Ravens
Brown has had a topsy-turvy career since being selected 25th overall by the Baltimore Ravens in 2019.
The 5-foot-9 burner hit the ground running with 584 receiving yards and seven touchdowns as a rookie, followed by 769 receiving yards and eight touchdowns in year two. Brown continued that steady progression into a true WR1 in year three, with the aforementioned 1,000-yard campaign that Schefter spoke of — plus another six touchdowns.
And that’s where his career took a turn.
The Ravens decided to trade Brown at his peak rather than extend him long-term, packaging him with a mid-round pick for the Cardinals’ first-round selection in 2022. From there, the explosive wideout never quite lived up to expectations in Arizona.
Brown has missed a total of eight games over the past two campaigns with the Cardinals, falling short of 1,000 yards in both. His touchdown totals have also been down in Arizona, and his catch rate took a nosedive to a career-low 50.5% in 2023.
To be clear, Brown’s catch percentage has typically been up over 62.0% throughout his NFL tenure, but he hasn’t always maintained that level of consistency.
This one-year contract with Mahomes and the Chiefs should act as a “prove-it” deal for Brown. If he performs, the 26-year-old could use this season to springboard himself into a long-term offer — similar to JuJu Smith-Schuster’s brief run in KC.
Chiefs Re-Sign DT Derrick Nnadi in NFL Free Agency
It was a busy night for the Chiefs front office on March 14. A couple of hours before the Brown news, Kansas City managed to retain starting nose tackle Derrick Nnadi for what will be his seventh straight campaign with the organization.
His player agency SportsTrust Advisors announced the reunion on X.
A durable and consistent staple of the Chiefs defense since 2018, Nnadi is not known to fill up the stat sheet. He plays his role as a gap-clogger next to Chris Jones and that gameplan has led to three Super Bowl rings for the pair of interior D-linemen.
In 2023, Nnadi started all 17 outings, finishing with 29 total tackles, one sack, one tackle for a loss and one pass defense. As stated above, it’s not a flashy job, but there’s a reason defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo keeps bringing the former third-round pick back.
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By converting this amount of the roster bonus in Mahomes' contract into a signing bonus, the Chiefs should now be able to address two of their biggest needs: a veteran receiver and a veteran left tackle to protect Mahomes' blind side. Last offseason, the Chiefs made a similar move.
What is Chris Jones contract? ›
Jones signed a five-year, $158.75 million deal with $101 million in guarantees, edging out Aaron Donald as the NFL's highest-paid defensive tackle. Last offseason, Jones and the Chiefs couldn't agree on a multi-year contract, leading to his training camp holdout, which included missing Week 1's loss to Detroit.
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How much does Travis Kelce make? ›
How much money does Travis Kelce make in a year? Before his other ventures, let's talk about Travis Kelce's NFL salary alone, he is currently on the third year of a four year contract that is worth $57.25 million that secures him an annual $14.3 million per season until 2026.
Who is the highest paid NFL player? ›
The highest paid player in the league at that position, the Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Burrow, is also the highest paid player in the league, making $55 million per season (yes, $55 million per season in average annual salary).
What is the Chiefs salary cap for 2024? ›
The NFL announced that the 2024 Salary Cap will be $255.4M per club, with an additional $74M per club payment for player benefits, which includes Performance Based Pay and benefits for retired players. Total 2024 player costs will be $329.4M per club, or more than $10.5B league-wide.
Who has the biggest WR contract? ›
Who is the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL? The Miami Dolphins' Tyreek Hill is currently the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL, with an average annual salary of $30 million.
How much does Andy Reid make? ›
Reid's new deal is expected to be worth in the neighborhood of $100 million over five years. The contract runs through the 2028 season and expires after the Super Bowl in February 2029.
How much is Deion Sanders Cowboys contract? ›
Deion Sanders signed a 5 year, $51,500,000 contract with the Dallas Cowboys, including a $2,500,000 signing bonus, $2,500,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $10,300,000.
What ethnicity is Mahomes? ›
Mahomes is biracial. His father is Black and his mother is White. Mahomes attended Whitehouse High School in Whitehouse, Texas. He played football, baseball, and basketball.
The interview called back to the many other times Mahomes has spoken about his Christian faith during his NFL career. The quarterback, who is 27, has previously said his relationship with God helps him deal with on-field adversity and stay true to himself.
How big is Brittany Mahomes? ›
Brittany Mahomes
| Personal information |
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| Height | 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m) |
| Position(s) | Forward |
| Youth career |
| 2009–2013 | Whitehouse High School |
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What is Jason Kelce's net worth? ›
As we dive into 2024, Jason Kelce's financial standing is nothing short of impressive, with estimates pointing to a net worth of up to $30 million. This considerable sum reflects his lucrative career in the NFL, where he shines not just as a sportsman but also as a brand ambassador.
What is Jason Kelce salary? ›
What is Jason Kelce's salary? As of 2023, Jason Kelce is under contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. His current contract is worth $14.5 million per year, making him the highest-paid center in the NFL. It includes a base salary of $1,165,000, a $10,335,000 signing bonus, and $14,250,000 guaranteed overall.
Why did the Chiefs trade? ›
The major reason for the trade was that the Chiefs were not willing to meet Hill's asking price, and he ended up signing a four-year, $120 million contract with Miami. That average annual salary of $30 million still ranks as an NFL high among NFL wide receivers.
How much cap space does Kansas City Chiefs have? ›
Tuesday the Chiefs converted $27 million of the $34.9 million roster bonus due to Mahomes this year into a signing bonus, allowing them to create $21.6 million in cap room for the 2024 season.
What is the salary cap in the NFL in 2024? ›
The salary cap for the 2024 season is $255.4 million, an increase of $30.6 million from the previous year. It's the largest single-season increase since the cap system was implemented in 1994.
