Patriots acquire A.J. Brown, reveal new uniform number
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:36 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The New England Patriots have acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles. Brown appears to be changing from his familiar No. 11, instead donning No. 1, a number he previously wore in college. The Patriots posted a photo featuring Brown in the new uniform, captioned "WR1." Brown had options to keep No. 11 but seems to be paying homage to Julian Edelman, a respected figure in Patriots history. The No. 1 has recently been worn by several players, including Ja'Lynn Polk and Cam Newton. Brown is anticipated to be a key target in the Patriots' offense, working alongside rookie quarterback Drake Maye.
- •A.J. Brown traded from Philadelphia Eagles to New England Patriots
- •Brown has changed his jersey number from No. 11 to No. 1
- •The Patriots announced the number change via social media
- •Brown expresses admiration for Julian Edelman, influencing his number choice
- •He is expected to play a major role in the Patriots' offense
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown quickly chooses new jersey number after trade to Patriots
- 1:03 AMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown switches to No. 1 following move to New England
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Brown jersey number: Why new Patriots WR is switching from patented No. 11
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Seemingly Reveal A.J. Brown's New Number With Social Media Post
"A.J. Brown is the new man in New England after a trade with the Eagles. But the number on his back will look a little different. Here's why Brown is no longer No. 11.
"The Patriots have acquired A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles, and he will seemingly be moving on from the No. 11 he has worn his entire NFL career.
"A.J. Brown will wear the No. 1 jersey with the Patriots after the All-Pro receiver's trade from Philadelphia.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 1:36 AMA.J. Brown quickly chooses new jersey number after trade to Patriots
Not long after being traded to the Patriots, A.J. Brown already has a new jersey number.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 1:03 AMA.J. Brown switches to No. 1 following move to New England
A.J. Brown will wear the No. 1 jersey with the Patriots after the All-Pro receiver's trade from Philadelphia.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 10:17 PMA.J. Brown jersey number: Why new Patriots WR is switching from patented No. 11
A.J. Brown is the new man in New England after a trade with the Eagles. But the number on his back will look a little different. Here's why Brown is no longer No. 11.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 9:33 PMPatriots Seemingly Reveal A.J. Brown's New Number With Social Media Post
The Patriots have acquired A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles, and he will seemingly be moving on from the No. 11 he has worn his entire NFL career.
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