New A.J. Brown Trade Rumors Reveal Patriots, Eagles Have 'Grappled' over Compensation in Talks
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots are still negotiating the trade of wide receiver A.J. Brown, with disagreements over the total trade compensation, including potential draft pick swaps.
- A deal is expected to happen on or after June 1, allowing the Patriots to split Brown's $40 million salary cap hit between 2026 and 2027, rather than making the trade around the 2026 NFL draft.
- Despite ongoing negotiations, the Patriots remain confident the trade will be completed, though there is caution due to Eagles GM Howie Roseman's reputation for holding firm until the last moment.
- The Eagles have been preparing to move Brown by revamping their wide receiver corps, including drafting Makai Lemon and acquiring Dontayvion Wicks, Marquise Brown, and Elijah Moore.
- The Patriots seek a true No. 1 receiver to complement quarterback Drake Maye and replace free agent Stefon Diggs, with Brown poised to be their primary target given his consistent Pro Bowl-level production.