Patriots add A.J. Brown for NFL season opening rematch against Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots in a Week 1 NFL season opener that serves as a rematch of Super Bowl LX. New England enters the game with a significantly overhauled roster, headlined by the addition of wide receiver A.J. Brown. The Patriots acquired Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 first-round pick. He reunites in New England with head coach Mike Vrabel, who previously coached him in Tennessee. Alongside Brown, the Patriots signed free-agent wide receiver Romeo Doubs and added left guard Alijah Vera-Tucker to the offensive line. Defensively, New England bolstered its front with veteran pass rusher Dre'Mont Jones and rookie defensive end Gabe Jacas. The Patriots seek a different outcome after falling to the Seahawks in their previous championship meeting.

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