Eagles Trade A.J. Brown to Patriots

0:00On April 20th, the Philadelphia Eagles are on the verge of trading-wide receiver AJ. Brown to the New England Patriots, but it won't happen until after June 1st. That timing slashes their dead cap hit from $43 million down to just $16 million, making the deal way more feasible. ESPN says talks are advanced, with an offer still on the table. The Eagles aren't chasing picks from this year's draft. They want future ammo in 2027 and 2028. New England fits perfect since their picks could land high if they struggle, giving Philly a top 18 or early 20 selection without the risk. Of this, shallower class. Brown's got history with Pat's coach Mike Vrable from their Titans days, and it's his top choice. Eagles shopped him around but leaned toward New England amid his growing frustrations with Philly's offense, especially after their Super Bowl flop. Philly's not sweating the loss. They sign Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore, and grabbed Don Tavion Wix already. They're eyeing Whiteouts early in this draft with four picks in the first 98, building depth around Devonta Smith as the main guy.

1:06Expect at least the first rounder in return, modeled after the Jalen Wato deal that fetched Miami multiple 2026 picks. As the offseason heats up, this move reshapes both rosters for the long game. Stay locked in with NFL News Today, AI-powered updates.