Eagles Release Wide Receiver Hollywood Brown Upon His Request

The Philadelphia Eagles are reportedly moving to release wide receiver Hollywood Brown at his own request, according to a report by ESPN's Tim McManus. The team and the player have reached an agreement on a non-injury settlement that provides financial relief to the Eagles, as detailed in the report.

Brown has seen limited action on the Eagles' offense since joining the roster. In just four games this season, with one start, he recorded eight targets, resulting in five receptions. All of those catches were for first downs, totaling 63 yards with no touchdowns. He also carried the ball on two rushing attempts for a combined 12 yards.

The Eagles' offense has faced various challenges, with injuries serving as a significant storyline throughout the season. The team is expected to have wide receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks return from injury soon. With these key players back in the lineup, the need for Brown's services has diminished considerably.

The current wide receiver corps also includes Makai Lemon, who has led the team in receiving yards over the last three weeks. Lemon currently tops the roster with 312 total receiving yards. Darius Cooper is another member of the receiving group.

Brown was originally signed by Philadelphia to help alleviate pressure on the passing game following the offseason trade of A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots. The eight-year veteran agreed to a one-year contract worth $5 million, marking his fifth team since entering the league in 2019. Despite the intention behind the signing, the move did not play out as either side had hoped, and the Eagles did not heavily rely on Brown, even during periods of injury.

Earlier in October, the 29-year-old addressed his limited playing time during a media availability. He reflected on how he has matured in handling the situation, stating, 'I wouldn't have handled it well as a younger guy.' Brown added that he views the circumstances as part of a larger plan, noting, 'It's God's plan, and the more I got comfortable with that, I can't be mad about a situation because maybe that's not what God called for.' He acknowledged the desire to play but emphasized that it is ultimately not his plan to dictate.

Over his professional career, Brown has played for the Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, Arizona Cardinals, and Baltimore Ravens. In 94 career games, including 73 starts, he has accumulated 376 receptions for 4,385 yards and 33 touchdowns.

Last season, while playing for the Chiefs, Brown recorded 49 receptions for 587 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games. His departure from Philadelphia marks another chapter in his journey through the NFL.