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Patriots acquire $96 million ex-Eagles WR, outbid Chargers, Chiefs, Bills

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Patriots acquire $96 million ex-Eagles WR, outbid Chargers, Chiefs, Bills

Summary

The New England Patriots have signed a former Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver in a bid to bolster their receiving corps. Sources indicate that the Patriots outmaneuvered the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, and Los Angeles Chargers this summer for the player. The Chiefs were reportedly surprised by their lack of interest, given their need for additional receiving threats. With the Bills trading for D.J. Moore, and the other teams stepping back, the Patriots secured the player to fill the void left by Stefon Diggs’ departure. This acquisition highlights the ongoing competitive in the NFL as teams assess their rosters ahead of the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Patriots sign disgruntled former Eagles WR for $96 million.
•A.J. Brown's camp preferred Buffalo, Kansas City, Los Angeles, or New England.
•With the Bills trading for D.J. Moore, they exited the market.
•Chiefs did not pursue Brown amid concerns over their receiving depth.
•The acquisition addresses a key need after Stefon Diggs' departure.

Latest Updates

9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots outdueled Chargers, Chiefs, Bills for disgruntled $96 million ex-Eagles star WR, per report

What they're saying

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A new report reveals the Kansas City Chiefs were among the franchises that missed on a former Philadelphia Eagles standout wide receiver.
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