The buzz around the Philadelphia Eagles potentially trading A.J. Brown has been swirling, but the reality might be more straightforward than the rumors suggest. Despite reports of Brown asking for a trade after a Week 3 victory against the Los Angeles Rams, the Eagles seem committed to keeping him on the roster.
Derrick Gunn, a well-respected Eagles reporter, shared insights on 97.5 The Fanatic, clarifying the Eagles' stance. He emphasized that the Eagles are keen on having Brown in Philadelphia come 2026.
The question remains, though: does Brown want to stay in Philly?
General Manager Howie Roseman has been clear in his intentions to keep Brown. Even though Brown is coming off a challenging season-his first without a Pro Bowl or All-Pro selection and not leading the team in receiving yards-his talent is undeniable. He posted 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns, numbers that many receivers would envy.
Speculation has been rampant that Brown might be the one pushing for a change. However, Gunn offered a different perspective.
He suggested that Brown's frustrations were more about the offense's inconsistency rather than a desire to leave. Brown's emotional nature sometimes leads to public displays of frustration, but his commitment to the Eagles remains strong.
He longs for the offensive dynamism of 2024 and wants to see that level of production again.
During Super Bowl week, Brown expressed his love for Philadelphia and his desire to continue playing for the Eagles. It seems that misunderstandings about his outspoken nature have fueled the trade rumors more than any genuine desire to leave.
Despite the narratives being pushed, the idea of Brown being traded might be more fiction than fact. The Eagles want him in Philadelphia, and it seems Brown wants to be there too.