Patriots trade for A.J. Brown to support Drake Maye
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The New England Patriots have traded for wide receiver A.J. Brown, adding him to their roster ahead of the 2026 season. This move comes after Brown expressed dissatisfaction with his WR1 role in Philadelphia. Last season, quarterback Drake Maye had strong performance numbers, throwing for over 4,000 yards. The Patriots aim to enhance their offense with this addition, as Maye prepares to kick off the preseason against the Indianapolis Colts on August 13. The regular season is set to begin on September 9 against the Seattle Seahawks.
- •Patriots trade for A.J. Brown from the Eagles for a 2028 1st-RD pick.
- •Brown recorded 1,003 yards and 7 touchdowns last season.
- •Drake Maye threw for 4,394 yards and 31 touchdowns last season.
- •New England's preseason opener is scheduled for August 13 against the Colts.
- •The regular season begins on September 9 at Seattle.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Drake Maye gets new WR1 with Monday NFL trade
"Drake Maye thrived with Stefon Diggs as his WR1 last season. On Monday, the New England Patriots gave Maye another WR1 via trade.
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