A.J. Brown to Patriots Rumors Heat Up

0:00It's April 22nd. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI, your gridiron update. I'm Cori with the story, AJ. Brown is on the trading block with the Philadelphia Eagles, and it looks like he won't suit up for them when the 2026-27 season kicks off. Rumors linking him to the New England Patriots went from whispers to full-roar, especially after their AFC Championship run. Earlier this offseason, those trade talks felt like pure smoke, but late April changed everything. Now Insider say a deal is coming soon. It's just about the details. Analyst Ruben Frank points out. Eagles GM Howie Roseman still wants to ship Brown out, but no team is likely handing over a first-round pick. At this stage in his career, teams see better value in young rookies on cheap deals. Frank floats a trade where the Pats grab Brown for a second-round and fourth-round pick in 2027. That would be a huge score for New England, adding a proven receiver without gutting their draft stash.

1:02Philly will push hard for top value, but if teams hold firm, expect the Eagles to pull the trigger on less. Brown's days in green are numbered, so keep eyes on this blockbuster shake-up.