Patriots acquire A.J. Brown in trade with Eagles for draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The New England Patriots have officially acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles. In the trade finalized on June 1, the Patriots will send a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to Philadelphia. This addition is seen as a significant boost for quarterback Drake Maye, who will benefit from having a top target as he enters a crucial season. Coach Mike Vrabel is also expected to leverage Brown's experience to motivate the team following a Super Bowl appearance in 2025. Kayshon Boutte may face challenges in the offensive rotation as a result of this trade.
- •Patriots send 2028 and 2027 draft picks to Eagles for Brown.
- •Drake Maye gains a top receiver after leading the team to the Super Bowl.
- •Mike Vrabel values Brown's experience in overcoming Super Bowl setbacks.
- •Kayshon Boutte could see reduced opportunities in the Patriots' offense.
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel Named Winners Of Patriots' A.J. Brown Trade
"The New England Patriots officially acquired the star wide receiver on Monday.
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