Patriots reportedly in the mix for AJ Brown as Eagles’ expected demands emerge

The Philadelphia Eagles were far from the version that crowned them champions in Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs, which is why a restructuring is not viewed negatively. One of the stars who could end up leaving this offseason is AJ Brown, and the New England Patriots are one of the teams that could be interested.

Beyond his potential destinations, it’s well known that the wide receiver will not be a cheap player to acquire. The question now is: how much are the Eagles asking to part ways with one of their key offensive pieces?

According to ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler, a top executive from the franchise stated that Philadelphia wants a first- and second-round pick for the former Ole Miss Rebels standout.

His time in Tennessee linked him with Mike Vrabel, now the head coach of the Patriots. Will New England be willing to pay what the Eagles are asking for Brown, or will they instead try to negotiate to lower those demands?

Searching for an elite receiver

After Stefon Diggs was released by Patriots earlier this month due to a significant salary cap hit, New England has shifted its focus toward acquiring a true elite playmaker for quarterback Drake Maye.

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Diggs provided a solid veteran presence with 85 catches and over 1,000 yards in 2025, but his departure leaves a void that the front office hopes to fill with a high-impact target like A.J. Brown, Mike Evans, or Alec Pierce.

While Brown remains a premier trade target and Evans offers veteran reliability, Pierce has emerged as a compelling free-agent candidate after leading the league in yards per reception, making him a potential long-term vertical threat for the 2026 season.