The Philadelphia Eagles have officially parted ways with wide receiver Hollywood Brown, ending a brief and underwhelming stint with the organization.
The team released the 29-year-old pass-catcher following a mutual decision to terminate his contract, according to ClutchPoints.
Brown had signed a one-year, $5 million deal in March with the goal of providing additional speed and veteran experience to the Philadelphia roster.
Despite the high expectations, he appeared in only four games for the team, recording five receptions for 63 yards on eight total targets.
The veteran receiver struggled to secure a consistent role within the offense even as the team navigated various injury issues at the wide receiver position.
According to NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo, the transaction occurred as a release with a non-injury settlement.
Garafolo noted that this specific arrangement provides immediate benefits to the organization, stating, “that gives the Eagles financial relief.”
In addition to the departure of Brown, the team also released Fred Johnson.
Both players are now subject to the NFL waiver process, with a claiming deadline established for Monday at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
Brown had reportedly expressed frustration regarding his limited opportunities within the struggling Philadelphia offense.
He had initially expected a larger role when he signed with the team earlier this year, as noted by reports on the team’s ongoing struggles.
The receiver now looks to continue his career elsewhere, potentially with a club in playoff contention.
His recent challenges follow a period of inconsistency after a breakout 2021 season with the Baltimore Ravens.
A sternoclavicular injury during the 2024 season also hampered his availability, limiting him to just two games with the Kansas City Chiefs before his move to Pennsylvania.
While he tallied 49 receptions and five touchdowns in Kansas City last year, he was unable to replicate that production in his current environment.