A.J. Brown trade between Eagles and Patriots reportedly “still tracking to happen on or after June 1”
He’s going to be gone.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 28: A. J. Brown #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles smiles prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Lincoln Financial Field on November 28, 2025 in Philadelphia, United States.
(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images What has long been expected was underscored once again on Monday morning with NFL insider Adam Schefter leading his “ 2026 NFL draft intel ” ESPN column by reporting that the Philadelphia Eagles are likely trading A. J. Brown to the New England Patriots in June.
Here’s exactly what Schefter had to say (bold emphasis mine): No matter what happens at this week’s draft, an A. J. Brown trade to the Patriots is still on the table and still tracking to happen on or after June 1 , per league sources.
The two sides have discussed a deal, but neither has been willing to commit to it until after June 1, when Brown’s $40 million salary cap charge would be split between this and next year. All the elements remain in place to make it happen, and Brown to the Patriots is still the likely outcome … just not during this week’s draft, per sources. Put the trade on hold just for now, but things will soon quickly warm back up.