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A. J. Brown traded to Patriots, faces backlash from Eagles legend Ritchie

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

A. J. Brown traded to Patriots, faces backlash from Eagles legend Ritchie

Summary

A. J. Brown has been traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots, with the Eagles receiving a first-round pick in 2028 and a fifth-round pick in 2027. Following the trade, Brown expressed enthusiasm for joining the Patriots and admitted admiration for former quarterback Tom Brady. Jon Ritchie, a former Eagles player, criticized Brown's praise for the Patriots, suggesting it diminishes his commitment to the Eagles. Mixed reactions among Brown's former teammates have emerged, with some expressing sadness and others relief that the matter has been resolved. Brown now prepares for the 2026 NFL season with the Patriots.

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By the Numbers

•A. J. Brown traded to the Patriots on June 1, 2026.
•Eagles receive a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
•Brown expressed admiration for the Patriots during his introduction.
•Jon Ritchie criticized Brown’s loyalty to the Eagles.
•Mixed reactions from former teammates include sadness and relief.

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A. J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles could have had a better season than the one they had. Fresh out of winning the previous Super bowl, the franchise only managed to have a decent 11-6 record in the regular season. After the poor season they had, the franchise has decided to part ways with the […] The post A. J. Brown’s Public Patriots Admiration Questioned by Eagles Legend Jon Ritchie appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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