Brandon Graham Thinks A.J. Brown Will Be Back - But There’s More to the Story in Philly
The A.J. Brown trade rumors just won’t go away. And while it’s easy to get caught up in the noise, it’s worth listening when someone like Brandon Graham - a franchise cornerstone who’s been in the Eagles’ locker room for over a decade - weighs in on the situation.
Let’s rewind for a second. Last year, Graham made headlines when he mentioned on 94 WIP-FM that Jalen Hurts and A.J.
Brown weren’t quite as close as they used to be. It was a small comment that sparked big speculation.
Graham later walked it back, saying he misspoke and misread the situation. Hurts, for his part, chalked it up to a friend speaking out of turn.
But even with the apology, not everyone bought the idea that Graham’s initial comment came out of nowhere. And honestly, that’s not unusual.
Locker room dynamics are complex. These guys are competitors, and like any close-knit group, tensions can flare.
It doesn’t mean a relationship is broken - just that it’s real.
Now, fast forward to the present. Brown’s name has been floated in trade talks again, and not just by fans on social media.
There are real conversations happening about whether his time in Philly could be coming to an end. Some of that speculation stems from a rocky season for the Eagles - one that started strong but unraveled late.
Others point to Brown’s hefty cap number and wonder if the front office might decide to shift resources elsewhere.
But here’s where Graham’s voice cuts through the noise.
On his podcast, Brandon Graham Unblocked, the veteran defensive end addressed the rumors head-on. When asked if he thinks Brown will be back in midnight green next season, Graham didn’t hesitate.
“I think so. I do.
I really do think so,” he said. “If Howie [Roseman] makes a splash with the coordinator, I think it will probably spark some interest with people wanting to come back and have a real conversation on how you feel about this and all that, because I know Howie don't want to get rid of no good players.”
That’s a telling quote. It doesn’t just reflect Graham’s belief that Brown still fits in Philly - it hints at a deeper layer.
The Eagles’ offensive coordinator search has been anything but smooth. Several top candidates have gone elsewhere, and one of the more recent interviewees is just 29 years old.
Right now, it feels like the team might end up hiring someone who wasn’t even on their radar when the process began.
And that uncertainty matters. Brown, like any elite receiver, wants to know what kind of offense he’s playing in and who’s calling the shots. The Eagles’ offensive identity took a hit this past season, and the next coordinator will play a huge role in shaping what comes next - not just for the team, but for players like Brown who are central to the system.
There’s also the big-picture context. Brown is still one of the most physically gifted receivers in the league, and while some have questioned whether he’s lost a step, his production suggests he’s far from finished. The cap hit is significant, sure, but so is his impact when he’s fully locked in and part of a cohesive offense.
Graham’s comments reflect something important: there’s still belief inside that building that Brown is part of the solution, not the problem. And if the Eagles can land the right offensive coordinator - someone who can connect with players, innovate on the field, and help reset the offensive rhythm - that could be enough to keep Brown invested in Philly’s future.
So is the A.J. Brown conversation over?
Not even close. But for now, it’s clear that voices from inside the locker room - the ones who know the pulse of the team better than anyone - still see a path forward.
And if the Eagles can stabilize the coaching staff and get back to playing the kind of football they’re capable of, that path might just lead to Brown staying right where he is.