With NFL free agency set to begin on March 11, teams including the Philadelphia Eagles are already adjusting their rosters to prepare for the busy period. Along with free agency, that date also marks the official start of the NFL’s trading window, though deals can be made beforehand.
Bleacher Report NFL writer Kristopher Knox recently identified ten players likely to be traded this offseason, analyzing team needs and roster dynamics. Among those, disgruntled Eagle wide receiver A.J. Brown stands out as a leading candidate to be moved before or shortly after free agency begins.
Evaluating A.J. Brown’s Current Trade Value and Past Transactions
Knox estimates Brown’s trade market might now command a package including a 2026 fourth-round pick, a 2026 seventh-round pick, and a conditional third-round pick in 2027. This represents a significant decline compared to Brown’s 2022 trade value, which included the 18th overall pick in that year’s NFL Draft. That 2022 pick was later used by the Tennessee Titans to select wide receiver Treylon Burks out of Arkansas, while Tennessee also gained a third-round pick in the deal.
Challenges Behind Brown’s Potential Move from Philadelphia
Despite delivering impressive on-field performances, Brown’s relationship with the Eagles has grown strained. His accolades include two Pro Bowl selections, three All-Pro honors, and four seasons surpassing 1,000 receiving yards, yet the 2025 season saw his role in the offense reduced, sparking frustration.
Brown has been involved in several incidents highlighting internal discord within the Eagles, including indirect public criticisms, sideline confrontations with coaching staff, and tense exchanges reflected in social media activity. However, as of now, neither Brown nor the Eagles have initiated formal trade proceedings. Brown has not requested a trade this offseason, and general manager Howie Roseman has not officially listed him on the trade block.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo has indicated that discussions surrounding Brown’s trade are expected to intensify during the upcoming NFL scouting combine.
Prospects for Brown’s Future and Impact on Interested Teams
Approaching his 29th year, Brown’s advancing age, combined with concerns about his attitude and off-field issues, make it unlikely the Eagles will recoup a high-value return. It is more probable that Philadelphia aims to acquire a third-round pick plus a conditional late-round selection from teams urgently seeking receiver talent.
Potential suitors may include the Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Cleveland Browns, who could view Brown as a player capable of revitalizing their receiving corps as they prepare for the 2026 season.
