A.J. Brown debuts in Patriots uniform amid mixed fan reactions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
A.J. Brown's trade from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots has generated significant discussion this NFL offseason. The Patriots released photos of Brown wearing the team's No. 1 jersey, eliciting mixed reactions from fans. While some expressed excitement about his arrival and its potential impact on quarterback Drake Maye, others criticized his new look. Brown recorded 78 receptions for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns in the previous season. His first game with the Patriots is scheduled for September 9 against the Seattle Seahawks, providing an opportunity for him to demonstrate his skills.
- •Brown traded from Eagles to Patriots before the 2026 season.
- •First photos released showing Brown in Patriots gear.
- •Fans have mixed reactions to his new uniform.
- •Brown excelled in 2025 with 78 receptions and 1,003 yards.
- •Patriots' first game of the season is September 9.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown’s photos in Patriots uniform triggers mixed reactions
"The New England Patriots’ trade for A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles was a big talking point this NFL offseason. His addition gives Drake Maye another weapon as the team looks to go a step further after a Super Bowl…
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