A.J. Brown discusses relationship with Jalen Hurts after trade to Patriots
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown addressed ongoing questions about his relationship with former teammate Jalen Hurts during joint practices with the Philadelphia Eagles on August 19. Brown, who was traded to the Patriots in June after winning a Super Bowl with the Eagles, stated he has not spoken to Hurts since the trade but emphasized his love for the city of Philadelphia. Brown noted that he aims to focus on his current team and keep discussions positive. Head coach Mike Vrabel acknowledged the emotional context for Brown and fellow former Eagle Milton Williams, insisting that the professionalism of both players would shine through during practice. Brown showcased his skills by making notable plays during the session, including a remarkable sideline catch.
- •A.J. Brown spoke about his past with Jalen Hurts.
- •He has not communicated with Hurts since the trade.
- •Brown focuses on his role with the Patriots now.
- •Mike Vrabel commented on the professionalism of Brown and Williams.
- •Brown performed well in joint practices against the Eagles.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Eagles Player Calls Out AJ Brown After Post-Practice Statement
- 12:29 AMNBCSports.com — A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts speak for the first time since Brown’s departure - NBC Sports
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts speak for the first time since Brown's departure
- 7:39 PMESPN — Brown, Hurts reunite briefly amid post-trade rift
- 4:59 PMBleacher Report — A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts Reunite for 1st Time Since Trade in Video from Eagles-Patriots Practice - Bleacher Report
- 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots WR A.J. Brown Breaks Silence on Eagles QB Jalen Hurts
"After a long, dramatic stretch between A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles, he was eventually traded to the New England Patriots in June. Since then, questions about his relationship with the team he won a Super Bowl with have consistently persisted.Among the biggest questions was the relationship Brown had with Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. Those […] The post Patriots WR A.J. Brown Breaks Silence on Eagles QB Jalen Hurts appeared first on HEAVY.
"Wednesday’s practice between the Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots featured the first reunion between AJ Brown and his former teammates. While Brown spent time talking to some of his ex-teammates, he made it clear that he didn’t share any moments with his former quarterback, Jalen Hurts. That changed on Thursday, when Brown had […] The post Ex-Eagles Player Calls Out AJ Brown After Post-Practice Statement appeared first on HEAVY.
"A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts caught for a few minutes up after practice Thursday -- a notable development after the Patriots receiver revealed Wednesday that the former teammates had not spoken since he was traded to New England by the Eagles.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 3:55 AMEx-Eagles Player Calls Out AJ Brown After Post-Practice Statement
Wednesday’s practice between the Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots featured the first reunion between AJ Brown and his former teammates. While Brown spent time talking to some of his ex-teammates, he made it clear that he didn’t share any moments with his former quarterback, Jalen Hurts. That changed on Thursday, when Brown had […] The post Ex-Eagles Player Calls Out AJ Brown After Post-Practice Statement appeared first on HEAVY.
- NBCSports.comAug 21, 2026, 12:29 AMA.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts speak for the first time since Brown’s departure - NBC Sports
The Patriots receiver revealed Wednesday that the former teammates hadn't talked since his trade Philadelphia.
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 12:28 AMA.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts speak for the first time since Brown's departure
The Patriots receiver revealed Wednesday that the former teammates hadn't talked since his trade Philadelphia.
- ESPNAug 20, 2026, 7:39 PMBrown, Hurts reunite briefly amid post-trade rift
A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts caught for a few minutes up after practice Thursday -- a notable development after the Patriots receiver revealed Wednesday that the former teammates had not spoken since he was traded to New England by the Eagles.
- Bleacher ReportAug 20, 2026, 4:59 PMA.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts Reunite for 1st Time Since Trade in Video from Eagles-Patriots Practice - Bleacher Report
One day after A.J. Brown made headlines for saying he hadn't spoken to Jalen Hurts since being traded by the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots, the two finally reconnected.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 1:50 AMPatriots WR A.J. Brown Breaks Silence on Eagles QB Jalen Hurts
After a long, dramatic stretch between A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles, he was eventually traded to the New England Patriots in June. Since then, questions about his relationship with the team he won a Super Bowl with have consistently persisted.Among the biggest questions was the relationship Brown had with Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. Those […] The post Patriots WR A.J. Brown Breaks Silence on Eagles QB Jalen Hurts appeared first on HEAVY.
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