A.J. Brown’s performance struggles during the 2025 NFL season fueled frustration among Philadelphia Eagles fans, leading to renewed trade rumors as the March trade window opened. The wide receiver’s inconsistent appearances on the field have sparked ongoing discussions about his potential departure from the team.
NFL insider Jeremy Fowler addressed this in a recent segment on Get Up, suggesting that a trade involving Brown is a genuine possibility given his discontent with the Eagles.
“Some executives with other teams do expect that the Eagles will at least entertain a trade for A.J. Brown, who was unhappy (on) numerous fronts,” Fowler said. “I mean, name the counts where he looked like he was miserable. Their body language wasn’t good.” – Jeremy Fowler, NFL insider
Fowler further highlighted that the situation seems to require resolution soon, with the Eagles potentially redirecting efforts around other key players like DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley.
“Something has to give. That’s sort of the feeling right now. They could build around DeVonta Smith and some other pieces, Saquon, maybe add a wide receiver, so he would create a hall for the Eagles if they do go that route.” – Jeremy Fowler, NFL insider
Brown ended the 2025 season with seven touchdowns and just over 1,000 receiving yards, marking his third consecutive year with similar statistics but falling short of higher expectations for a star receiver on a $96 million contract.
Teams Potentially Interested in Acquiring A.J. Brown
Any trade involving Brown would carry high financial and draft cost implications. According to Spotrac, Brown is entering the third year of his lucrative contract with Philadelphia, which remains fully guaranteed for now, meaning any acquiring team would face a significant investment.
Despite this, several NFL teams have strong positional needs at wide receiver that might outweigh the financial concerns. The Denver Broncos, for example, need a reliable target alongside Courtland Sutton and now have salary cap space freed up following Russell Wilson’s departure.
The New England Patriots also present a logical fit, as Brown would reunite with head coach Mike Vrabel, potentially strengthening their bid for the 2026 Super Bowl.
Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills are actively seeking to bolster their receiving corps after falling behind the Patriots in the AFC East. Brown’s arrival could provide the offensive spark that Josh Allen needs to reclaim the division crown.
Context of Locker Room Tensions and Trade Rumors
Reports hint that Brown’s dissatisfaction stems in part from internal dynamics, with sources alleging friction involving quarterback Jalen Hurts as a factor in the receiver’s unease. These tensions have reportedly led Brown to request trades multiple times during the season, contributing to speculation about a potential exit.
The Eagles organization faces a critical decision on whether to negotiate a trade or rebuild the offense around other stars, a choice that will impact their competitive outlook for the upcoming season.
With the trade window now open, teams and fans alike are watching closely to see if Philadelphia moves on from Brown or finds a way to resolve the discord and keep him in the fold.
.@JFowlerESPN says that many high-level executives expect the Eagles to entertain trade offers for A.J. Brown.
Where could you see him landing? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/go1BN5Bq9U
— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) February 12, 2026
