A.J. Brown trade to Patriots likelihood increases amid negotiations
8 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:24 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles are in advanced discussions regarding a trade for wide receiver A.J. Brown. As of June 1, Brown's contract conditions make a trade more feasible. While no deal has been finalized, reports suggest that a framework is in place, and negotiations appear to be ongoing. The Patriots are interested in acquiring Brown after showing prior interest, but discussions on compensation remain complex. Speculation about other teams is present, but the Patriots are currently the primary contenders to land Brown.
- •Negotiations between the Patriots and Eagles have resumed after months of talks.
- •Brown's contract becomes more tradable starting June 1.
- •No official agreements are in place as both teams continue discussions.
- •Potential compensation could include a first-round pick in 2028 or conditional selections.
- •Other teams are mentioned, but the Patriots lead in trade pursuits for Brown.
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"Two years after signing a deal that made him the highest-paid receiver in the NFL and one Super Bowl championship later, A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles have split. A long-anticipated deal was completed Monday when the Eagles traded Brown to the AFC champion New England Patriots for two draft picks, ending the tenure of perhaps the greatest receiver in franchise history. Brown's relationship with the franchise, notably Super Bowl MVP QB Jalen Hurts, soured as much as his production in 2025 and the clock ticked toward a June 1 deadline for a deal when his contract would no longer be such an albatross on the salary cap.
"The New England Patriots have acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a long-awaited trade, but the team has once again been linked to a deal with an NFC East squad, this time for a former top-five pick edge rusher.
"Why did the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots pull off a blockbuster trade involving A.J. Brown? Find all the answers and details on the Patriots acquiring the star wide receiver from the Eagles.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 10:24 PMEagles ready to move on without catches, cryptic posts from elite and enigmatic receiver A.J. Brown
Two years after signing a deal that made him the highest-paid receiver in the NFL and one Super Bowl championship later, A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles have split. A long-anticipated deal was completed Monday when the Eagles traded Brown to the AFC champion New England Patriots for two draft picks, ending the tenure of perhaps the greatest receiver in franchise history. Brown's relationship with the franchise, notably Super Bowl MVP QB Jalen Hurts, soured as much as his production in 2025 and the clock ticked toward a June 1 deadline for a deal when his contract would no longer be such an albatross on the salary cap.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 9:13 PMPatriots linked to another trade with NFC East team after A.J. Brown deal with Eagles
The New England Patriots have acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a long-awaited trade, but the team has once again been linked to a deal with an NFC East squad, this time for a former top-five pick edge rusher.
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- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 8:22 PMReport: Patriots agree to blockbuster trade with Eagles for A.J. Brown
The Patriots have reportedly agreed to a trade with the Eagles for All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 8:21 PMWhy Eagles and Patriots pulled off blockbuster trade involving A.J. Brown
Why did the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots pull off a blockbuster trade involving A.J. Brown? Find all the answers and details on the Patriots acquiring the star wide receiver from the Eagles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 1:00 PMNFL insider all but confirms A.J. Brown-Patriots blockbuster trade
The Philadelphia Eagles' star wide receiver is inching closer to joining the New England Patriots.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 12:14 PMPatriots-Eagles A.J. Brown Trade Talks Pros And Cons
The New England Patriots are rumored to be trading for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 11:39 AMThe A.J. Brown trade is nearing completion. Here’s what we know.
The Eagles star is about to be traded, and it looks like the Patriots are his destination.
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