Trent Brown Determined to Keep Climbing: "$66 Million is Just the Beginning, I’ll Keep Proving I’m Worth Every Penny!"
Trent Brown, the towering offensive lineman who made headlines with his groundbreaking four-year, $66 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, is not resting on his laurels. Despite securing one of the largest contracts ever given to a lineman in NFL history, Brown is clear about his intentions — this is just the beginning. His statement reflects a burning desire to continue improving and proving that he is worth every penny of that hefty deal.
"This is not the destination, it's just the beginning," Brown said in an exclusive interview. "While $66 million is a big number, I'm ready to keep showing that I deserve every single penny. I won’t stop growing and contributing to this team."
Brown's humility and determination shine through in his words. Despite being one of the most highly-paid players in the league, he recognizes that his journey has just begun. The $66 million contract, while a symbol of his talent and potential, is not his final achievement. It's a stepping stone that fuels his hunger to improve both on and off the field.
Since joining the Raiders, Brown has become a key pillar in their offensive line. Standing at 6’8” and weighing in at a formidable 380 pounds, his presence is undeniably felt in the trenches. But Brown is not just relying on his physical gifts. He has worked tirelessly to refine his technique and mental approach to the game. For him, being one of the top-paid players in the league is not just about the financial reward — it’s about the responsibility and expectation that comes with it.
As the Raiders prepare for another season of high expectations, Brown’s commitment to excellence serves as a foundation for the team’s offensive line. His ability to dominate the line of scrimmage has already been proven, but he’s not stopping there. Brown is determined to build a legacy that extends beyond financial success. His leadership and work ethic are just as important as his skills on the field.
"The contract is a great accomplishment, but it’s the work I put in every day that defines me," Brown added. "I owe it to my teammates, coaches, and the fans to be the best version of myself every single game."
While his contract may have been a major milestone in his career, it’s clear that Brown has no plans of slowing down. For the Raiders, having a player like Brown — who is constantly pushing himself to improve — is invaluable. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Brown to see if he can continue to live up to the massive expectations that come with such a lucrative contract.
Brown’s drive to prove himself day in and day out sets the tone for the entire Raiders offense. As he works to ensure his place among the NFL’s elite, his story serves as a reminder that success is never final and the hunger for greatness should never wane.
Trent McDuffie’s Strong Statement to Chiefs Locker Room Before Jaguars Game
The Chiefs finally seem to have found their rhythm after that rocky 0–2 start. Back-to-back gritty wins over the Giants and Ravens have them back above water, but there’s still one part of this defense that hasn’t quite clicked: the pass rush. Through four weeks, Kansas City’s managed just eight sacks. And Trent McDuffie has a message for the new DBs.
The cornerback’s words sounded like a mission statement for the Chiefs’ defensive identity for the rest of the season. “You can’t just play man-to-man, you can’t just play zone… you’ve got to do everything that it means to be a football player
Basically, don’t walk into Arrowhead with a one-trick resume. In Spags’ defense, the corners are more like chess pieces than simple defensive units. One snap, you’re mirroring an outside wideout, the next, you’re setting the edge on a run play, and a few downs later, you’re timing up a blitz through the B-gap.
That’s the whole DNA of Kansas City’s scheme: chaos, disguise, and perfectly timed pressure. Last season, the Chiefs blitzed at the fifth-highest rate in the league. They ended up sending five or more rushers on 35.6% of dropbacks. And those weren’t empty blitzes either. They generated pressure 43.8% of the time, one of the best rates in the NFL.
McDuffie knows how it works and how it leads to wins. Just look back at the AFC title game last year. Spagnuolo dialed up a corner blitz from the weak side: Trent McDuffie shot through the B-gap, flushed Josh Allen out of the pocket, and forced an off-balance throw that ended up changing the game.
That’s the kind of organized chaos Spags lives for. And that’s exactly what McDuffie wants the new DBs to buy into.
And no better team to test that against a Jaguars team with a duct-taped OL.
Jaguars’ OL issues ahead of the Chiefs game
The Chiefs are rolling into Jacksonville nearly at full strength. That’s a big relief for a team that’s been through its share of early-season bruises. The only real concern is CB Kristian Fulton (ankle), who was limited again in practice. But everyone else?
Eight of nine players on the injury report were full participants this week. That’s as close to a clean bill of health as you’ll ever get in the NFL.
The Jaguars, on the other hand, are holding their offensive line together with tape and hope. Five linemen were limited on Thursday, five! That includes three starters: Ezra Cleveland (concussion/ankle), Patrick Mekari (knee), and Anton Harrison (elbow).
To make matters worse, backups Wyatt Milum and Chuma Edoga are also dealing with injuries. Ezra and Patrick managed to play last week, but facing a fresh and strong Chiefs defense this time might be much tougher.
And this brings us back to Trent McDuffie’s point. This is the week to get creative, get aggressive, and unleash the blitz. With Jacksonville’s protection unit in shambles, Trevor Lawrence might be seeing red jerseys all afternoon. Don’t be surprised if the Chiefs walk away with three or more sacks.
