A.J. Brown discusses relationship evolution with Jalen Hurts after trade
14 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:59 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Following his trade to the New England Patriots, A.J. Brown addressed his relationship with former Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts during an interview. Brown stated that he and Hurts are "not as close as we once were" but emphasized that there was never a falling out or significant incident causing the drift. Brown expressed that both parties accepted the change as part of life, noting there was still mutual respect. He added that he wants Hurts to succeed despite the personal distance, highlighting that their evolving friendship did not impact their teamwork. Brown described his trade as a fresh start, while reiterating his admiration for Hurts.
- •A.J. Brown transitioned to the New England Patriots recently.
- •He spoke about drifting apart from Jalen Hurts.
- •Brown emphasized there was no falling out between them.
- •He wants Hurts to achieve his goals moving forward.
- •Brown described his trade as a dream opportunity.
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"When superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022, he was one of the focal points of the offense and seemingly had a strong relationship with quarterback Jalen Hurts. That changed in 2025, and Brown is now opening up about it. While Brown was outspoken in his criticism of the Eagles’ offense…
"In the aftermath of being traded to the New England Patriots, A.J. Brown has opened about his relationship with Jalen Hurts and how it changed during their four seasons as teammates with the Philadelphia Eagles.
"Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown's relationship seemed to be rocky towards the end of Brown's time in Philadelphia. But was it actually? Or was it all a portrayal by the media? A.J. Brown tells the story.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 10:59 PMA.J. Brown opens up about Jalen Hurts relationship: ‘Not as close as we once were’
A.J. Brown discussed his relationship with Jalen Hurts after being traded from the Eagles to the Patriots.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 9:24 PMA.J. Brown finally makes Jalen Hurts admission following Philadelphia Eagles' trade with Patriots
Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown's relationship seemed to be rocky towards the end of Brown's time in Philadelphia. But was it actually? Or was it all a portrayal by the media? A.J. Brown tells the story.
- Bleeding Green NationJun 2, 2026, 7:11 PMA.J. Brown opens up about his Eagles tenure and his relationship with Jalen Hurts - Bleeding Green Nation
The now former Eagles WR opens up about his time in Philadelphia as he departs for New England.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 7:11 PMA.J. Brown opens up about his Eagles tenure and his relationship with Jalen Hurts
The now former Eagles WR opens up about his time in Philadelphia as he departs for New England.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 6:39 PMA.J. Brown opens up about Jalen Hurts relationship for first time since Eagles trade: 'People just grow apart'
In his first in-depth interview since his official trade to New England, here's what Brown had to say about his relationship with his former quarterback.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:14 PMA.J. Browns joins Patriots, says 'no bad blood' with Eagles' Jalen Hurts: Live updates
A.J. Brown grew up rooting for the New England Patriots. Now he's living out his childhood dream of playing for his favorite team.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 4:57 PM‘Life happens’: A.J. Brown opens up about ‘drifting away’ from Jalen Hurts
When superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022, he was one of the focal points of the offense and seemingly had a strong relationship with quarterback Jalen Hurts. That changed in 2025, and Brown is now opening up about it. While Brown was outspoken in his criticism of the Eagles’ offense…
- Nbcsportsphiladelphia.comJun 2, 2026, 3:24 PMA.J. Brown breaks silence on Eagles departure, relationship with Jalen Hurts - NBC Sports Philadelphia
Former Eagles receiver A.J. Brown answered questions about his departure from Philly, relationship with Jalen Hurts and more.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:03 PMA.J. Brown Opens Up About Strained Relationship With Jalen Hurts
Brown discussed the state of his relationship with the Eagles quarterback.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:44 PMA.J. Brown dishes on relationship with Jalen Hurts after Patriots trade
A.J. Brown has now addressed his relationship with Jalen Hurts after he was traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots on Monday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:36 PMA.J. Brown finally addressed the Jalen Hurts drama after the Eagles-Patriots trade
A.J. Brown spoke out about the Jalen Hurts drama that defined the end of his Eagles tenure, and his first comments since the Patriots trade say plenty.
- Google NewsJun 2, 2026, 2:32 PMA.J. Brown Gets Honest About Jalen Hurts Relationship in Trending Video After Eagles-Patriots Trade - Bleacher Report
- Bleacher ReportJun 2, 2026, 2:32 PMA.J. Brown Gets Honest About Jalen Hurts Relationship in Trending Video After Eagles-Patriots Trade - Bleacher Report
In the aftermath of being traded to the New England Patriots, A.J. Brown has opened about his relationship with Jalen Hurts and how it changed during their four seasons as teammates with the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:22 PMA.J. Brown on Jalen Hurts: Nothing happened, you just drift away sometimes
Brown opened up about his relationship with the Eagles QB after Monday's trade.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:01 PMA.J. Brown explains why he and Eagles' QB Jalen Hurts drifted apart
A.J. Brown said he and Jalen Hurts grew apart over time but emphasized there is no bad blood between the former teammates.
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