A.J. Brown's struggles raise questions for New England Patriots

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

A.J. Brown's struggles raise questions for New England Patriots
Summary

The New England Patriots face challenges with receiver A.J. Brown, who has underperformed since being traded for a first-round pick. After suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 1, Brown landed on injured reserve for four games. His return in Week 6 against the Jets yielded only three catches from ten targets and three drops. As of now, he averages just 33.6 receiving yards per game, significantly lower than the player the Eagles replaced him with, Dontayvion Wicks. Concerns are growing over Brown's performance, as he struggles against tough cornerbacks and the Patriots' roster thins due to injuries.

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  • •A.J. Brown has missed four games this season due to injury.
  • •He has only nine catches for 101 yards over three games played.
  • •Brown averages 33.6 receiving yards per game this season.
  • •Concerns arise over Brown's route running and ability to get open.
  • •The Patriots' roster is impacted by injuries to key players.
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  • 10:22 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown Trade Looks Like A Disaster For New England
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The New England Patriots are struggling with A.J. Brown's performance after trading a first-round pick. Is the trade a massive mistake for the franchise?

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