A.J. Brown Takes Accountability After Eagles’ OT Loss to Chargers: “We in this together”
The Philadelphia Eagles' 22-19 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night wasn’t just another tally in the loss column - it was a gut punch for a team with championship expectations. And if you ask A.J. Brown, he’s not just feeling it - he’s owning it.
Brown, who’s been one of the Eagles’ most consistent offensive weapons all season, was visibly emotional after the game. One moment in particular stuck with him: a red zone interception intended for him that killed a promising drive.
“That one hurt me,” Brown said. “We’d been setting things up all game.”
That pick was one of four thrown by Jalen Hurts - a career-high for the reigning Super Bowl MVP - and it came at a critical moment. But while Hurts took plenty of heat from fans and analysts alike, Brown didn’t shy away from his own role in the breakdown. In fact, he leaned into it.
A.J. Brown: Frustrated but Focused
This wasn’t just a typical postgame presser. Brown’s tone was low, his words hard to hear at times - not because he was avoiding the moment, but because he was clearly internalizing it.
He didn’t deflect. He didn’t point fingers.
He looked inward.
And that’s something Eagles fans have seen from him before. Brown has never been one to hide his emotions, and while that passion has occasionally raised eyebrows - especially when he's not getting the ball as much as expected - it also speaks to how much he cares about winning.
Some fans have questioned his sideline demeanor in recent weeks, especially during the team’s current three-game skid. Despite topping 100 receiving yards in each of those losses, the offense has struggled to find rhythm, and Brown has sometimes been seen sitting away from teammates or looking visibly frustrated.
Still, the numbers tell you he’s producing. The body language tells you he wants more - not just for himself, but for the team.
“We in this together”
While the social media chatter has been loud - with some fans criticizing Brown’s attitude and others defending his accountability - Brown made it clear he’s not about to let Hurts take the fall alone.
“Obviously, he’s a quarterback; he’s going to get a lot of stuff for it,” Brown said. “But we in this together.”
That’s the kind of leadership you want from a star receiver. He was targeted 13 times on Monday and finished with six catches - not the most efficient night, but one where he was clearly central to the game plan.
And despite the frustrating outcome, Brown didn’t throw his quarterback under the bus. He backed him up.
Brown also acknowledged that no one on the offense - himself included - has been perfect, and that everyone needs to elevate their game. That’s the kind of mindset that gets locker rooms through tough stretches.
Troy Aikman Joins the Critique
It wasn’t just fans weighing in. Former Cowboys quarterback and current analyst Troy Aikman didn’t hold back in his assessment of Brown’s performance, pointing out a couple of key drops that stalled drives. For a Pro Bowl-caliber player, those are the moments that linger - especially in tight games like this one.
But again, Brown didn’t duck the criticism. He’s been vocal about his own mistakes and continues to stress the need for improvement across the board.
Where the Eagles Stand
With the loss, Philadelphia drops to 8-5. Still atop the NFC East, but the margin for error is shrinking.
The defense has held its own, but the offense - once a well-oiled machine - has sputtered in recent weeks. And while Hurts' four interceptions are the headline stat from Monday, the bigger story might be the lack of cohesion that’s crept into the offense during this losing streak.
The good news? There’s still time.
And if Brown’s reaction is any indication, this isn’t a team that’s folding. It’s a team that’s frustrated, yes - but also fiercely committed to getting back on track.
Brown’s message is clear: the Eagles are still in this together. And if they can channel that frustration into focus, their best football might still be ahead.