The Philadelphia Eagles have fired up OTAs this week, and AJ Brown has not been with the team. While itâs not uncommon for stars to skip the sessions, Brownâs case brings a little more attention to it.
The entire NFL knows that Brown is on the trade block. And the New England Patriots have been the strongest suitor for quite some time.
While many anticipate a June 1 deal, NFL Insider Ian Rapoport issued bad news on the trade timeline.
June 1 is next Monday, and the Eagles-Patriots talks are seemingly not going far momentarily.
The Bad News on AJ Brownâs Trade Timeline
GettyLANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 20: A.J. Brown #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs after the catch against the Washington Commanders in the first quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 20, 2025 in Landover, Maryland. Could the Chiefs trade for him? (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
âI just donât know that itâs like snap your fingers and the deal is done,â Rapoport said on Wednesday.
âThe two sides are where they had been, which is the Eagles wanting a first-round pick in 2027. The Patriots, the most likely destination â weâll see if someone else arises â not being willing to give up a first-round pick as of right now. That means theyâre not particularly close, and thereâs a chance this could drag on for the foreseeable future.â
Itâs well known that the Eagles want to be compensated with at least a first-round pick for Brown. Not only is the wide receiver still in a top tier with his skill set, but there are massive financial implications attached to moving AJ Brown this season.
Neither side seems willing to bite the bullet on their end. As a result, the timeline leaves everybody wondering if and when the Brown-Patriots pairing could come together.
Could The Eagles Work Everything Out?
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 04: A.J. Brown #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the NFL 2025 game between Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Players on the Eaglesâ roster typically have nothing but positive things to say about Brown. However, itâs clear that everybody is prepared for any potential scenario, which includes Brown leaving the team.
From a football standpoint, thatâs unfortunate. Despite Brown having a down year in 2025, he still cracked the 1,000-yard mark for the fourth-straight season.
Brown appeared in 15 games, catching 78 passes for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns.
Beyond the game, Brown has seemed unhappy in Philadelphia for quite some time. While the wide receiver hasnât admitted to personal relationships deteriorating, the teamâs struggles in the passing game have been a source of frustration for Brown. Heâs been open about that.
While the chances of Brown leaving the Eagles seem much higher than him returning to play for Philly, the trade rumors might remain alive for the time being, as talks seem stalled.
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