Patriots Push for A.J. Brown Trade

0:00It's March 24, you're listening to NFL News today, AI-powered NFL coverage. Philadelphia Eagles-wide receiver AJ. Brown remains at the center of trade talks, with the New England Patriots emerging as the clear frontrunner to land him. Despite adding Romeo doves to their roster, the Patriots keep pushing hard for Brown, while teams like the Los Angeles Rams have shown some interest. Two, talks likely won't heat up until after June 1st, because of salary cap issues, but both sides could get serious as the 2026 NFL draft. Nears. Right now, no deal is in place, and there's no informal agreement holding things back. Brown has strong ties to New England, including former Tennessee Titans teammates now with the Patriots, and their head coach, Mike Raeble. Growing up, he even rooted for the team, which adds to the appeal amid all the buzz from fans and analysts. League Insiders points at potential trade packages like a 2027 first round pick, and a third rounder from New England, though. Philadelphia wants a first and a second.

1:02The strong 2027 draft might push the Patriots toward a 2028 pick instead to sweeten things. For now, it's a patient waiting game between the two teams, with a deal for one of the league's top receivers, possibly unfolding over the summer.