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The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny fantasy football takes on A.J. Brown
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All The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny insights about A.J. Brown
PositiveDepth ChartAug 3, 2026
SVP discusses the departure of A.J. Brown from Philadelphia, noting the uncertainty of how the Eagles' offense will function without him after he was a focal point for high-volume target games.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Mina Kimes references veiled AJ Brown shots in potential narratives about the Eagles' improved vibes this season, suggesting some skepticism about his role or fit despite the team's offensive improvements.PositiveProjectionJul 27, 2026
Mina Kimes lists A.J. Brown (Smith) among the Eagles' blue-chip and red-chip talent as part of her argument that Philadelphia's roster is significantly better than market perception suggests. She projects the Eagles will reach 10–11 wins or 11–6 once the talent level is accounted for, indicating Brown is a cornerstone piece of the Eagles' offensive talent despite concerns about the quarterback and new offensive scheme.PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026
Mina Kimes emphasizes that the Patriots' acquisition of AJ Brown is significant because it solves their receiver separation problem. She notes that in Jeremy Fowler's top-10 rankings, Brown ranked 9th (lower than expected due to a down year), but his addition shifts the Patriots from "having nobody who could get open" to a team that must account for elite receiver talent.PositiveProjectionJul 8, 2026
AJ Brown is described as a physical monster who can add size, speed, and explosion downfield, though he may not be the prime version of himself from his Philadelphia days.PositiveProjectionJun 3, 2026
Brown will be receiving passes from either Jalen Hurts or Drake Maye, both of whom are ranked in the top five at quarterback.NegativeInjuryJun 3, 2026
Brown's knee is something to monitor, and if the trade backfires, that would likely be the reason given his age (28) and injury history.PositiveRoleJun 3, 2026
Brown is likely motivated to prove skeptics wrong after the trade, similar to Stefan Diggs' trajectory when traded from Minnesota to Buffalo, potentially unlocking his best performance.PositiveMatchupJun 3, 2026
Brown is the best tight window receiver in the NFL over the last three years, ranking first in yards per route run, catches, and first downs on tight window throws—a perfect fit for Drake May's strengths.PositiveProjectionJun 3, 2026
Over the past four years, Brown has 18 receiving touchdowns on 20+ air yard throws, ranking number one in the NFL in that stretch, demonstrating elite deep ball production.PositiveMatchupJun 3, 2026
Drake May is a better passer than Jalen Hurts and on the short list for best deep ball throwers in the NFL, which should significantly improve Brown's production given his elite deep ball threat ability.NegativeRoleJun 3, 2026
Brown was unhappy in Philadelphia and the dismal fit between player and scheme was one of the worst-kept secrets in the league, contributing to the trade.