AJ Brown’s future in Philadelphia is looking murkier by the day, and the noise around a potential trade is getting harder to ignore. The Eagles’ star wideout has been linked to multiple AFC teams - including three playoff squads - and one of them is gearing up for a Super Bowl appearance. That’s not just smoke; that’s a full-on signal flare.
Brown has been at the center of trade talk for the better part of two seasons. Despite the Eagles publicly stating they want to keep him in midnight green, the tension between player and team has been tough to miss.
He’s made no secret of his frustration this year, and things boiled over during Philly’s early playoff exit. Cameras caught a heated sideline exchange between Brown and head coach Nick Sirianni, with Eagles security chief "Big Dom" DiSandro stepping in to separate them.
That moment felt like more than just a sideline spat - it felt like a breaking point.
Around the league, teams are watching closely. The Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, and Las Vegas Raiders are all reportedly in the market for a top-tier receiver, and Brown fits the bill - when he’s locked in. These are teams looking to level up their passing attacks, and a player like Brown, even coming off a rocky season, is the kind of talent that can tilt a gameplan.
But here’s the catch: Brown’s 2025 campaign raised some eyebrows. He wasn’t quite the dominant force we’ve seen in years past.
There were some uncharacteristic drops, including a few in that playoff loss to San Francisco that loomed large. That dip in production could give front offices pause, especially when it comes to parting with premium draft capital.
Word is, Philly might be willing to move him for a third- and fifth-round pick combo - a price tag that reflects both his potential upside and the baggage that comes with him.
For the Eagles, moving on from Brown would be a big shift. He’s been a key part of their offense, a physical presence who can stretch the field and bully corners. But the chemistry just hasn’t been there lately - not with the coaching staff, and not always on the field either.
At this point, it would be more surprising if Brown was still on the roster come Week 1 next season. The Eagles have some soul-searching to do this offseason, and dealing Brown might be part of a broader reset. Meanwhile, teams in need of a WR1 are circling, waiting to see if Philly finally picks up the phone.