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A.J. Brown Knee Injury Flares, Patriots’ Sunday Status Uncertain

By Drooid · Oct 30, 2026 · How we work

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A.J. Brown missed Thursday’s practice because his knee injury flared up.
He was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday with ankle and knee designations.
Patriots acquired Brown for a 2028 first-round and a 2027 fifth-round pick, knowing his knee issues.
His status for Sunday’s Week 8 game at Miami remains uncertain.

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Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said he has no concern about A.J. Brown’s health.
Quarterback Drake Maye urged teammates to give A.J. Brown more passing opportunities.
Analysts noted A.J. Brown’s missed blocks limited Rhamondre Stevenson’s yardage on a key drive.
Former Eagles receiver Malik Avant called A.J. Brown’s injury explanations “BS,” accusing him of chasing personal stats.

History

In 2007 the Patriots traded for Randy Moss, whose 23 touchdown receptions helped New England finish a perfect 16-0 regular season. The success of that high-risk, injury-prone acquisition established a pattern the franchise, the organization, repeated in 2024 by trading for A.J. Brown, prompting coach Mike Vrabel to reassure fans.

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In 2007 the Patriots traded for Randy Moss, whose 23 touchdown receptions helped New England finish a perfect 16-0 regular season. The success of that high-risk, injury-prone acquisition established a pattern the franchise, the organization, repeated in 2024 by trading for A.J. Brown, prompting coach Mike Vrabel to reassure fans.

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