Patriots trade for A.J. Brown ahead of season opener against Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:14 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
A.J. Brown has been traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. This trade concludes Brown's four-year tenure with the Eagles, during which he reached two Super Bowls. He reunites with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, who coached him at the Tennessee Titans. The Patriots are set to face the Seattle Seahawks in the 2026 NFL season opener, which has sparked interest due to changes in both rosters.
- •A.J. Brown is now a member of the New England Patriots.
- •The Eagles received a 2028 first-round pick in the trade.
- •Brown had a productive final season with the Eagles.
- •The Patriots will open the season against the Seahawks.
- •Both teams have made significant roster changes.
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks will see A.J. Brown on opening night after Patriots make big trade
"The Seahawks will face A.J. Brown on opening night when the Patriots come to town.
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