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Eagles trade A.J. Brown to Patriots after rift with Jalen Hurts

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Eagles trade A.J. Brown to Patriots after rift with Jalen Hurts
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles traded A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots on June 2, 2026. Brown's relationship with quarterback Jalen Hurts deteriorated significantly over the previous season, impacting his performance and leading to his decision to leave. Former Eagles star Terrell Owens commented on the situation, describing it as 'unfortunate.' Despite previous strong ties, including Brown choosing Hurts as his daughter's godfather, tensions escalated, characterized by declining stats and public frustration from Brown. He noted a lack of closeness with Hurts during a podcast interview, yet claimed there was no bad blood between them in recent remarks.

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  • •A.J. Brown spent four seasons with the Eagles, winning a Super Bowl.
  • •He was traded for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
  • •Brown expressed frustration with team dynamics during the 2025 season.
  • •A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts experienced a significant relationship decline.
  • •Brown denied any bad blood with Hurts despite their strained connection.
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  • 1:32 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles Legend Calls A.J. Brown’s Exit “Unfortunate” After Rift With Jalen Hurts
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A. J. Brown spent four seasons turning his Philadelphia Eagles stint into his personal highlight reel.

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