Patriots acquire A.J. Brown, cap hit details revealed

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Patriots acquire A.J. Brown, cap hit details revealed
Summary

The New England Patriots made a trade for wide receiver A.J. Brown on June 1, effectively acquiring a top talent. Brown’s cap hit for 2026 could be as low as $7 million depending on the chosen structuring of his contract. The Patriots have over $40 million in cap space, allowing for flexibility in managing Brown's contract, which totals $96 million. The team’s decisions now could impact their roster depth and future contracts, especially with the option to extend Brown before the 2028 season.

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  • Patriots trade for A.J. Brown on June 1
  • Brown's 2026 cap hit can be $7 million
  • New England has over $40 million in cap space
  • Total contract value is $96 million over multiple years
  • Potential extension for Brown could come in 2028
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  • 10:00 AMYahoo SportsContract details for Patriots trade acquisition A.J. Brown
  • 2:52 AMYahoo SportsA.J. Brown Surprisingly Low Patriots' Cap Hit Simplified
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An up-close look at Brown’s salary cap hits, option bonuses, and more.

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Here's how much A.J. Brown will cost New England after the trade.

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