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NFL: The Insiders fantasy football takes on A.J. Brown
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from NFL: The Insiders about A.J. Brown.
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All NFL: The Insiders insights about A.J. Brown
NegativeRoleJul 11, 2026
Mark Ross identifies A.J. Brown's departure to the Patriots as a significant loss for the Eagles offense. Brown is described as Jalen Hurts' security blanket and a prolific playmaker, and his absence creates a gap that the Eagles are attempting to fill with rookie Makai Lemon in the passing game.NegativeDepth ChartJul 11, 2026
Jason Kelce confirms the Eagles lost AJ Brown, described as a phenomenal player, as part of the offensive personnel changes heading into the 2024 season.PositiveProjectionJul 9, 2026
Brown was recommended as a top-five to seven pick last year, which didn't work out, but the source isn't blaming AJ. He could still play at a very high level. Drake Maye was the best deep-ball thrower in football statistically last year, and this system is going to get the most out of him more than what the Eagles were doing last year. There's less target competition than he had the last few years in Philadelphia, so a big bounce-back year is expected.PositiveProjectionJul 7, 2026
A.J. Brown has been traded to the New England Patriots and the source reports a Patriots staffer observed Brown in practice looking 'explosive and athletic,' comparing him favorably to his Eagles tape from last year and suggesting he may have been going through the motions in Philadelphia. The source believes the Patriots will unlock the 2023-2024 version of Brown, who could be an elite number-one receiver. Brown has something to prove and wants to play with quarterback Drake May, whom the source describes as a contender for MVP and potentially the best quarterback in football. The source expects Brown to be a key cog helping the Patriots compete in the AFC East despite playing a first-place schedule this year.PositiveMatchupJun 23, 2026
Brown will face his former Eagles team in joint practices on August 19th and 20th. Cam Wolf expects significant animosity and competitive intensity, noting that the second practice typically produces the most heated moments. Brown will line up against Eagles cornerbacks Quinion Mitchell and Cooper Dejean. A Patriots staffer indicated that Brown's athleticism has already impressed in practice and that the team believes they can unlock his 2023-2024 form to elevate the offense. Brown has a chip on his shoulder and will want to prove why the Eagles will miss him.