A.J. Brown settles in after joining Patriots amid long-awaited trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
A.J. Brown participated in his first practice with the New England Patriots on June 2, 2026, following a trade from Philadelphia. Brown expressed his excitement during a press conference, recalling his disappointment in 2019 when the Patriots selected another wide receiver, N’Keal Harry, instead of him. After passing his physical, Brown caught his first pass during practice from quarterback Drake Maye. He reflected on his lifelong dream of playing for the Patriots and emphasized that it feels 'better late than never.'
- •Brown was traded to the Patriots from the Eagles on June 1, 2026.
- •He participated in practice immediately after passing his physical.
- •Brown caught his first pass during practice from Drake Maye.
- •He previously hoped to be drafted by the Patriots in 2019.
- •Brown expressed his lifelong admiration for the team at a press conference.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown still in awe after long-awaited Patriots arrival: ‘Better late than never’
"New England acquired Brown via trade on Monday.
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