A.J. Brown reveals connection to Patriots with long-held memorabilia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:43 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
A.J. Brown, recently traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots, disclosed he has owned a Patriots rug for years, even during his Eagles tenure. In a conversation with Maria Taylor, he affirmed his long-standing admiration for the franchise he has supported since childhood. Brown's tenure with Philadelphia included notable achievements, such as multiple Pro Bowl selections and helping the team reach two Super Bowls. His admiration for Patriots legend Tom Brady has been well-documented. This revelation comes as Brown begins his new chapter with the Patriots, aiming to make an impact as a key player in Mike Vrabel's inaugural season as head coach.
- •A.J. Brown had a Patriots rug at home while playing for the Eagles.
- •He expressed a lifelong connection to the Patriots during an interview.
- •Brown achieved significant success with the Eagles, including two Super Bowl appearances.
- •His admiration for Tom Brady has been a recurring theme.
- •Brown now joins the Patriots as a major offseason acquisition.
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown claims he had a Patriots rug for years before Eagles trade. No one believes him.
- 1:43 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown reveals Patriots rug has been in his home for years
"A.J. Brown told Maria Taylor he has had a Patriots rug in his home for years, even with the Eagles, calling New England his childhood team.
"A.J. Brown made a wild claim in his Maria Taylor interview about the Patriots trade.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:27 PMA.J. Brown claims he had a Patriots rug for years before Eagles trade. No one believes him.
A.J. Brown made a wild claim in his Maria Taylor interview about the Patriots trade.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 1:43 PMA.J. Brown reveals Patriots rug has been in his home for years
A.J. Brown told Maria Taylor he has had a Patriots rug in his home for years, even with the Eagles, calling New England his childhood team.
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