Eagles Hold Out for Brown, Patriots' Chaos Could Help

0:00It's April 23rd, NFL news today starts now, AI powered and always on. Philadelphia Eagles aren't rushing to trade wide receiver AJ. Brown on Draft Night, but the drama with the key suitor, the New England Patriots, is heating up. Patriots head coach Mike Ravel just announced a leave of absence to handle family matters and fall out from recent off-field issues. New England was seen as a top landing spot for the 29-year-old Brown because of his ties to Ravel. And that connection made sense since Brown could step in as the main target in an offense desperate for a number one receiver. Now with Ravel stepping back, questions swirl about whether Brown still wants to join a team, need deep indistractions. Patriots fans and insiders worry this chaos could tank the season before it starts, especially with reports of mismanagement around Ravel's personal life. Brown might rethink heading into that uncertainty, even if he dominate as the top option. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman plays hardball and wants at least a first round pick, maybe from 2027 or 2028.

1:04Plus, extras given Brown's injury history, this Patriots mess could let Philly squeeze more out of New England, like an added pick or player. Teens get clear on knees after June 1st, so Eagles have a month to shot Brown and chase better deals. If Ravel step up post draft, Philly grabs the fattest offer and moves on.