A.J. Brown Trade Rumors Swirl at NFL Owners' Meetings

Eagles star receiver could be on the move as New England and Los Angeles express interest

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:49pm

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown continues to be the subject of trade rumors this NFL offseason. The All-Pro wideout, who has been with the Eagles since 2022, has compiled impressive stats but may be looking for a change of scenery. Both the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams have expressed interest in acquiring Brown, though trade talks with the Rams fell apart after medical concerns were raised.

Why it matters

A.J. Brown is one of the top wide receivers in the league, so his potential departure from the Eagles would be a major shakeup for the team and the NFL landscape. Fans are closely watching to see if Brown will remain in Philadelphia or be traded to another contender in the coming months.

The details

Brown is under contract with the Eagles through the 2029 season, but there are growing indications that a trade may be inevitable. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel refused to rule out a trade for Brown, while Rams GM Les Snead confirmed that trade talks with the Eagles ultimately fell apart after medical concerns were raised about Brown's 'general wear-and-tear'. The Eagles are reportedly seeking a first-round pick and a second-rounder in return for Brown.

  • The NFL's annual owners' meeting is where these trade rumors have been heating up.
  • The 2023 NFL Draft is less than a month away, so a potential Brown trade could happen before then.

The players

A.J. Brown

A star wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles who has compiled 339 catches for 5,034 yards and 32 touchdowns since joining the team in 2022.

Mike Vrabel

The head coach of the New England Patriots, who has expressed interest in potentially trading for A.J. Brown.

Les Snead

The general manager of the Los Angeles Rams, who confirmed that his team had trade discussions with the Eagles about A.J. Brown that ultimately fell apart.

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What they’re saying

“We've talked about this since last January. We're going to try to do everything we can to strengthen our roster through the draft, through free agency, multiple ways of player acquisition. So anything that we can continue to do to strengthen the roster, we're going to try to do.”

— Mike Vrabel, Head Coach, New England Patriots

“We chatted with Philly, nothing worked out. There were talks, we had discussions, didn't work out. That happens.”

— Les Snead, General Manager, Los Angeles Rams

What’s next

With the 2023 NFL Draft less than a month away, the future of A.J. Brown in Philadelphia remains uncertain. If the Eagles do decide to trade him, they will likely look to get a first-round pick and a second-rounder in return.

The takeaway

The potential trade of A.J. Brown highlights the volatility of the NFL offseason and the willingness of teams to make bold moves to improve their rosters. While Brown has been a star in Philadelphia, the lure of acquiring a top-tier talent like him could lead to a blockbuster deal in the coming weeks.