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Eagles part ways with receiver Marquise Brown

The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to release wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown at his own request, according to ESPN. The release is a non-injury settlement that gives the team financial relief. Brown was signed to a one-year, $5 million contract in 2026 and played four games for Philadelphia, recording five receptions for 63 yards. The move follows a 19-11 loss to the New York Giants that dropped the Eagles to 2-7. Earlier reports said the team would waive Brown, and both sides described the split as beneficial.

Key facts

  • Brown had 49 catches for 587 yards and five touchdowns with the Kansas City Chiefs last season.
  • The Eagles plan to return receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks from injury soon.
  • Brown had two rushing attempts for 12 yards during his time with the Eagles.

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Why it matters

The move reflects a mid-season roster change for a struggling Eagles team, with the club sitting at 2-7.

What changed

  1. First published from Yahoo Sports and CBS Sports