The Philadelphia Eagles officially waived wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown and offensive tackle Fred Johnson on Friday, moving on from two veterans as their roster changes continue during the bye week.
The team announced both departures, making Brown’s previously reported exit official while also removing an experienced backup from the offensive line. Philadelphia signed Brown to a one-year contract in March and brought Johnson back on a one-year deal later that month. The moves affect two offensive position groups as the Eagles attempt to regroup before returning to action against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11.
We have waived WR Marquise Brown and T Fred Johnson. pic.twitter.com/S4ieutMSfU
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) November 13, 2026
Marquise Brown’s brief Eagles tenure ends
Brown’s departure follows a report from Jordan
Schultz that the receiver and Philadelphia agreed a separation would benefit both sides. Schultz reported that Brown was expected to land with a playoff contender, although that remains an expectation rather than a confirmed destination.
Brown joined Philadelphia after recording 49 catches for 587 yards and five touchdowns with Kansas City last season. He offered speed and experience, but his arrival did not translate into a lasting role in an offense that has struggled to establish consistency. In his final appearance with the Eagles, Brown caught one pass for 16 yards on his only target during the 19-11 loss to the New York Giants. He played 35 offensive snaps in the defeat, which dropped Philadelphia to 2-7.
Fred Johnson’s departure changes tackle depth
Waiving Johnson also changes Philadelphia’s options behind its starting offensive tackles. The veteran made the initial 53-man roster alongside Jordan Mailata and rookie Markel Bell, giving the Eagles an experienced reserve at a position where depth can quickly become essential.
Philadelphia now must account for Johnson’s departure as it prepares for the remaining eight games. Any corresponding additions will help clarify how the Eagles intend to use the roster flexibility created by Friday’s transactions.
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