Patriots acquire A.J. Brown from Eagles for two picks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The New England Patriots have traded for receiver A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles on June 1. In exchange, the Eagles received a first-round pick in 2028 and a fifth-round pick in 2027. This deal comes after Brown's relationship with Philadelphia had soured, leading to speculation about his future. The Patriots aim to integrate Brown into their offense during the remaining offseason activities. His fit within the team remains to be seen, particularly given his recent knee issues and high contract value.
- •Patriots acquire A.J. Brown for two draft picks.
- •Eagles receive a first-round pick in 2028.
- •Trade executed by New England to address offseason needs.
- •Brown's knee issues raise questions about his health.
- •Opportunity for Brown to integrate into the Patriots' offense.
- 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Boston sports writer believes Patriots overpaid Eagles for A.J. Brown
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Did the Patriots overpay for A.J. Brown?
"While many Patriots fans are thrilled with the acquisition, one prominent Boston voice believes New England paid too steep a price.
"Four years after the Eagles gave up a first-round pick and a third-round pick to acquire receiver A.J.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 8:02 PMBoston sports writer believes Patriots overpaid Eagles for A.J. Brown
While many Patriots fans are thrilled with the acquisition, one prominent Boston voice believes New England paid too steep a price.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 8:59 PMDid the Patriots overpay for A.J. Brown?
Four years after the Eagles gave up a first-round pick and a third-round pick to acquire receiver A.J.
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