Eagles trade A.J. Brown, shift offense ahead of minicamp
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Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles concluded organized team activities and are preparing for mandatory minicamp on June 9-10. A significant development occurred with the trade of All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots, leaving DeVonta Smith as the top receiver while rookie Makai Lemon's participation is hindered by injury. The team is also adapting to a new offensive philosophy under Sean Mannion, focusing on more diverse play styles. Competition for the backup quarterback spot remains tense between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee, while the safety positions are still being evaluated as minicamp approaches.
- •Eagles traded A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots.
- •Makai Lemon is sidelined by a hamstring injury.
- •Sean Mannion implements a new offensive philosophy.
- •Backup quarterback competition continues between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee.
- •Safety positions remain uncertain as minicamp approaches.
- 10:43 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens OTA takeaways: Biggest storylines entering minicamp
- 9:44 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles OTA takeaways: Biggest developments entering minicamp
"The Ravens enter mandatory minicamp with Lamar Jackson healthy, Declan Doyle reshaping the offense, Anthony Weaver’s defense taking form and several rookies pushing for early roles.
"From the A.J. Brown trade and Makai Lemon's injury to Sean Mannion's new offense and emerging position battles, here are the biggest Eagles developments entering mandatory minicamp.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 10:43 AMRavens OTA takeaways: Biggest storylines entering minicamp
The Ravens enter mandatory minicamp with Lamar Jackson healthy, Declan Doyle reshaping the offense, Anthony Weaver’s defense taking form and several rookies pushing for early roles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 9:44 AMEagles OTA takeaways: Biggest developments entering minicamp
From the A.J. Brown trade and Makai Lemon's injury to Sean Mannion's new offense and emerging position battles, here are the biggest Eagles developments entering mandatory minicamp.
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