A.J. Brown’s Future in Philly: Trade Buzz Swirls Around Star WR Ahead of 2026 Offseason
A.J. Brown’s time in Philadelphia is looking shakier than ever as the Eagles head into a pivotal offseason. After two straight seasons that fell short of expectations-and a 2025 campaign marked by off-field tension and reported trade requests-the future of the Pro Bowl wideout is very much up in the air.
Now, the big question: Will the Eagles actually consider moving on from their No. 1 receiver?
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, if Philly does decide to put Brown on the trade block, it won’t come cheap. Speaking recently on 97.5 The Fanatic, Schefter said that while there’s no guarantee the Eagles will entertain offers, the asking price would likely start at a first-round pick.
“I think teams are going to be motivated [to inquire about Brown],” Schefter said. “Everyone’s going to be looking to upgrade their roster, and if you can’t do it in free agency, you’re going to be more anxious to do it through a trade. If you’re trading Brown, I don’t know what the return would be, but I personally think the Eagles would want a one-at least a one-if they even entertained it.”
And that makes sense. While Brown hasn’t quite looked like his dominant self the past two seasons, he’s still one of the most physically gifted receivers in the league. At just 28 years old, he’s already notched four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons and remains a nightmare for opposing secondaries when he’s locked in.
Since entering the NFL in 2019 with the Titans, Brown has only missed the 1,000-yard mark once-in 2021-and he’s done it with a mix of size, speed, and physicality that few receivers in the league can match. He’s a three-time Pro Bowler and, when healthy and engaged, still very much a game-changer.
That’s why, despite the recent dip in production and the drama surrounding his situation in Philly, there’s no shortage of teams that would jump at the chance to add Brown to their roster. A first-round pick feels like a fair starting point, especially considering what he’s already accomplished and the upside he still carries.
For the Eagles, the decision is more complicated. This is still a team with Super Bowl aspirations, and parting ways with a top-tier receiver is never easy-especially one who’s been the focal point of the passing attack for nearly five years. But if the relationship between Brown and the organization has truly soured, a trade might be the cleanest path forward for both sides.
One thing’s for sure: Brown’s name is going to be one of the hottest topics of the 2026 offseason. Whether he stays in midnight green or suits up for a new team next fall, this situation is one to watch closely.