Eagles wide receiver room struggles without A.J. Brown ranking at No. 21

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Eagles wide receiver room struggles without A.J. Brown ranking at No. 21
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The Philadelphia Eagles' wide receiver group is ranked 21st in the NFL by ESPN, raising concerns ahead of the season. A.J. Brown was traded during the offseason due to internal issues, leaving DeVonta Smith as the only established starter. The additional receivers, including first-round draft pick Makai Lemon, face injury uncertainties, while Hollywood Brown and Elijah Moore are viewed with skepticism regarding their potential impact. This drop in ranking may significantly affect quarterback Jalen Hurts' effectiveness, as the team adjusts to a considerably weaker receiving corps compared to previous years.

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  • Eagles' WR room ranked 21st by ESPN without A.J. Brown
  • DeVonta Smith remains as the primary receiver
  • Makai Lemon is dealing with a hamstring injury
  • Hollywood Brown and Elijah Moore could have limited impact
  • Quarterback Jalen Hurts faces uncertainty with new targets
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  • 3:12 PMYahoo SportsEagles WR room without A.J. Brown gets worrying ranking from ESPN
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This WR ranking for the Eagles should be a little worrying.

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