Kansas City Chiefs fans had high hopes when the team signed wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown this offseason, looking to add more explosiveness to Patrick Mahomes‘ arsenal. But those hopes took an early hit when Brown was carted off the field with a leg injury during training camp, according to multiple reports.

Brown, who was expected to step into a key role alongside tight end Travis Kelce in the post-Tyreek Hill era, reportedly suffered the injury during practice drills and was unable to walk off the field under his own power.

Initial reports suggest it’s a leg issue, though further details and test results have yet to be released by the team.

The injury comes at a particularly tough time for both Brown and the Chiefs. Mahomes had openly expressed excitement about integrating the speedy receiver into the offense, hoping Brown could be the downfield threat the team has been lacking. Now, that connection may be put on hold.

A worrying sign for Kansas City’s offense

Hollywood Brown signed a one-year deal with Kansas City, aiming to rejuvenate his career after an up-and-down stint with the Arizona Cardinals.

In a make-or-break season, the wideout was betting on Mahomes and Andy Reid to help him return to the explosive form he showed during his early years in Baltimore.

The Chiefs, who are aiming to reclaim the Super Bowl after falling short to the Philadelphia Eagles last campaign, now face another obstacle in what has already been a dramatic offseason.

While the full extent of Brown’s injury is not yet confirmed, the early signs are worrying for a team that relies heavily on Mahomes’ ability to create big plays.

With the season fast approaching, all eyes will be on Brown’s recovery timeline and whether Kansas City will need to explore other receiving options if the injury proves to be serious.