A.J. Brown ranks sixth among NFL wide receivers despite injury setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is ranked No. 6 in Pro Football Focus's latest wide receiver power rankings, despite an ankle injury sustained in his debut against the Seattle Seahawks. Brown caught three passes for 26 yards before exiting the game. He has been placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss at least four weeks. His early exit limits his time to build statistics and maintain momentum against other wide receivers as he recovers from the injury.
- •A.J. Brown suffered an ankle injury in his Patriots debut.
- •He had three receptions for 26 yards in the game.
- •Brown will miss at least four weeks after being placed on injured reserve.
- •His ranking reflects ongoing recognition as a top wide receiver in the NFL.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown lands higher than expected in WR rankings, despite injury
"Even after the injury, Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is still viewed as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL.
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