Eagles hope to fill AJ Brown void with free agent signing of Wicks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles added receiver Dontayvion Wicks on a one-year deal worth $12.5 million in hopes of replacing AJ Brown, who was traded to the New England Patriots. Although rookie Makai Lemon is considered a potential star, NFL.com suggests Wicks might be more likely to step into the leading receiver role. Wicks brings vertical speed and experience and failed to fully develop in Green Bay but is seen as a good fit for Jalen Hurts' offense. The Eagles, losing a key player who had 1,000-plus yard seasons, are banking on Wicks for a breakout year.
- •Eagles signed Dontayvion Wicks to a one-year, $12.5 million deal.
- •AJ Brown was traded to the New England Patriots earlier this month.
- •Makai Lemon is viewed as a promising rookie, but Wicks is expected to fill Brown's role.
- •Wicks had limited opportunities in Green Bay during his first three seasons.
- •Eric Edholm points to Wicks's potential as a 50-50 threat for Jalen Hurts.
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