Eagles Acquire WR Dontayvion Wicks From Packers, Extend Him

The move adds another dynamic receiving threat as the Eagles face uncertainty around star WR A.J. Brown's future.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 4:41pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a football game or match between the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes in the Eagles' green and the Packers' gold and green colors.The Eagles' trade for Wicks adds another playmaker to their high-powered offense as they face questions about the future of star receiver A.J. Brown.Philadelphia Today

The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Green Bay Packers and signed him to a contract extension, according to reports. The move comes as the Eagles face questions about the future of star wideout A.J. Brown.

Why it matters

The Eagles' passing attack was one of the league's most potent last season, but the team could be facing a significant void if Brown, an All-Pro, were to depart. Adding Wicks, a promising young receiver, helps shore up the position and gives the Eagles more options in their aerial assault.

The details

Details of the trade and Wicks' extension have not been officially announced, but the move is seen as a proactive step by the Eagles to bolster their receiving corps. Wicks, 24, was a fifth-round pick of the Packers in 2024 and showed flashes of potential in his first two NFL seasons.

  • The trade occurred on April 11, 2026.

The players

Dontayvion Wicks

A 24-year-old wide receiver who was recently acquired by the Philadelphia Eagles in a trade with the Green Bay Packers.

A.J. Brown

The Philadelphia Eagles' star wide receiver whose future with the team is uncertain.

Howie Roseman

The general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles who orchestrated the trade for Dontayvion Wicks.

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What they’re saying

“Dontayvion is a talented young receiver who we believe can contribute to our offense. With the uncertainty around A.J.'s situation, we felt it was important to add another playmaker to the mix.”

— Howie Roseman, General Manager, Philadelphia Eagles

What’s next

The Eagles will look to integrate Wicks into their offense and determine his role alongside A.J. Brown and the team's other receiving threats. The future of Brown's contract situation with the team remains a key storyline to follow.

The takeaway

The Eagles' acquisition of Wicks adds another dynamic receiving threat to their offense as they navigate the uncertain future of star wideout A.J. Brown, helping to shore up the position and provide more options in their passing game.