The Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars ended on a sour note, not just because of the loss, but due to a significant injury to wide receiver Marquise ‘Hollywood’ Brown.
Head coach Andy Reid provided an update after the game, confirming that Brown suffered a sternoclavicular joint dislocation, an injury eerily similar to the one former Chiefs star Tyreek Hill experienced.
“Hollywood Brown has that same thing that Tyreek had down here, actually, the sternoclavicular joint dislocation,” Reid explained during the post-game press conference.
This type of injury, which affects the joint connecting the sternum and clavicle, can be serious and requires immediate medical attention.
Brown was taken to a nearby hospital in Jacksonville for further evaluation, with Reid emphasizing that medical professionals were working on him as they spoke.
The timeline for Brown’s recovery remains uncertain, and Reid urged caution, stating that it was far too early to assume any specific timetable for his return.
Given the nature of the injury, the Chiefs are understandably concerned, as sternoclavicular joint dislocations can range from mild to severe, sometimes requiring surgery and extended rehabilitation.
Brown’s injury is a significant blow to the Chiefs, who are looking to solidify their receiving corps ahead of the regular season. As a key piece of their offense, Brown’s absence could impact the team’s plans, depending on the severity of his condition.
The Chiefs will likely proceed with caution, prioritizing Brown’s health and long-term recovery over any immediate return to the field.
As fans await further updates, the focus now shifts to how the Chiefs will adapt and prepare for the upcoming season without one of their key offensive weapons potentially.
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