Inside the Patriots locker room, A.J. Brown faced the music after brutal performance
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Key Points:
- A.J. Brown returned to the Patriots' lineup after a four-week absence but struggled, catching only three of 10 targets for 27 yards and dropping several passes in a 26-19 win over the Jets.
- Despite his subpar performance and the team losing four offensive starters to injury, Brown remained optimistic about the Patriots' trajectory, emphasizing the team's ability to win even when not playing their best.
- Brown's presence in the huddle lifted teammates' spirits, with quarterback Drake Maye expressing confidence in targeting him moving forward despite the receiver's rustiness.
- Brown took accountability for his mistakes, including dropped passes and a failed onside kick recovery, and vowed to improve without making excuses.
- The Patriots, now 4-2, look ahead to a Thursday night game in Chicago with renewed confidence, buoyed by Brown’s return and the team’s resilience.
