Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Patriots trade for AJ Brown, give Maye No. 1 target

9/10/2026

9 1 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The New England Patriots acquired wide receiver AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a June 1 trade.
The Patriots sent a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to Philadelphia.
The deal gives rookie quarterback Drake Maye a clear No. 1 receiving option in Brown.
Brown posted 78 receptions for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games for the Eagles in 2025.

1 of 1

Story summary

The New England Patriots acquired wide receiver AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a June 1 trade.
The Patriots sent a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to Philadelphia.
The deal gives rookie quarterback Drake Maye a clear No. 1 receiving option in Brown.
Brown posted 78 receptions for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games for the Eagles in 2025.