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Brown and Hurts Embrace After Patriots Practice

8/21/2026

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Brown Embraces Hurts

A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts spoke and embraced after the Patriots’ practice on August 20, 2026.
Brown said on August 19 he had not spoken to Hurts since the June 1 trade.
Hurts said he will always have a lot of love for Brown.
Brown told reporters he wants positivity and now partners with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

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Maye Demands Efficiency

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye said the team must improve red-zone efficiency after ranking 17th last season.
Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio praised his unit’s adjustments following a tougher Thursday session versus New England.
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel warned players not to become complacent after Wednesday’s dominant practice.
Cornerback Kindle Vildor recorded an interception and a pass breakup, moving ahead of Charles Woods on the depth chart.

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Brown Embraces Hurts

A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts spoke and embraced after the Patriots’ practice on August 20, 2026.
Brown said on August 19 he had not spoken to Hurts since the June 1 trade.
Hurts said he will always have a lot of love for Brown.
Brown told reporters he wants positivity and now partners with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

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