The Super Bowl LIX rematch is just days away. The Kansas City Chiefs were the favorites in the big game in February, but the Philadelphia Eagles stunned them and have since become the team many now see as the NFL's best. Now, doubts are mounting around Kansas City.
Entering Week 2 as underdogs, the Chiefs need big plays from key players to secure a win. Legendary tight end Rob Gronkowski says the Kansas City's key won't be star TE Travis Kelce, but another player stepping up.
Speaking on the "Up & Adams" show, the former NFL star said it will be challenging for the Chiefs to overcome their wide receiver injuries and the dominance of the Eagles.
"It's going to be tough. I don't really think that they are going to be in a situation where they can overcome the adversity that they're going through," Gronkowski said. He noted that Kelce's role would be more limited and situational this season, rather than the every-down weapon he once was.
Instead, Gronkowski said the Chiefs should rely heavily on wide receiver Hollywood Brown.
"Hollywood Brown, that’s going to be the name that the Kansas City Chiefs will be dependent on going into Week 2 vs. the Philadelphia Eagles," he said.
Hollywood Brown led the Chiefs in targets against the Chargers.
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Gronkowski added: "Hollywood Brown, once again, is the guy that needs to step up like never before. This is your opportunity. Take advantage of it, Mr. Hollywood.”
Gronkowski also pointed out the importance of the running backs stepping up and finding ways to exploit the Eagles' secondary, which showed some vulnerabilities in their season opener.