A.J. Brown trade rumors tracker: Latest news on Patriots and other potential 2026 landing spots

Has A.J. Brown played his final game as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles?

The wide receiver's situation in Philadelphia is one of the early stories to watch this NFL offseason -- despite plenty of highs with the Eagles, including a Super Bowl title, Brown was as public as ever in 2025 about his desires to have an increased role in the Eagles' offense.

Now, as free agency begins and trade rumors fly, Brown has been mentioned as one of the biggest potential names who could be on the move. The question is: Will Howie Roseman and the Eagles pull the trigger on a deal, or keep Brown wearing green next fall?

The Sporting News is tracking the latest trade rumors surrounding Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown. Here are the latest rumblings.

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A.J. Brown trade rumors tracker

Eagles turned down a 1st and a 3rd from Patriots for Brown

• Date: March 6
• Source: Thomas R. Peterson

The Eagles appear to have a high asking price for the wide receiver, as a first- and a third-round pick from the Patriots would be a quality return. Instead, some team will have to beat that on the trade market, as Brown is now the biggest name available.

Eagles, other teams looking for Brown resolution in next few days

• Date: March 6
• Source: Dianna Russini

Philadelphia and interested teams for Brown "want the situation resolved in the next couple of days," which would allow them to continue into free agency and the offseason with a set plan elsewhere. If a Brown deal is going to happen, it will likely be soon.

Eagles looking for 1st-rounder, 2nd-rounder, player in Brown deal

• Date: March 6
• Source: Josina Anderson

More reporting has Philadelphia seeking strong draft capital for Brown, as Anderson reported the team is eyeing a first rounder, second rounder and a player in any return package.

No official Brown offers have been made

• Date: March 6
• Source: Dianna Russini

While internal discussions have been held, Russini reports that no teams have made an official offer to the Eagles yet.

Patriots have 'poked around' on Brown, Chargers 'keeping tabs,' Rams backed out

• Date: March 6
• Source: Dianna Russini

While the Eagles are "holding firm" on their "steep" price for Brown, Russini named a few connected teams. The Patriots have "poked around on it," while the Chargers have been "keeping tabs on the situation." Additionally, the Rams "discussed" trading for Brown, but have since moved on.

Schefter believes Brown won't be moved without 1st-rounder in return

• Date: March 5
• Source: Adam Schefter

In his appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Adam Schefter said "I don't believe there's a chance in hell that the Eagles would move AJ Brown unless it included a first round pick."

Even if they could get a first, Schefter said, "I don't think they're all that interested in moving on from him."

Bills trade for D.J. Moore increases odds of Patriots trade for Brown

• Date: March 5
• Source: Jimmy Kempski

Buffalo addressed its wide receiver needs by adding Moore from the Bears, taking the team out of the Brown sweepstakes. Therefore, the Patriots remain a top spot for Brown, and as Jimmy Kempski said, New England now can't use a Moore trade as a backup if a Brown trade falls through.

The Bills had been "monitoring" Brown's situation, per Ian Rapoport.

Philadelphia seeking Quinnen Williams-like package for Brown

• Date: March 4
• Source: Mike Garafolo

The Eagles are said to be seeking a package similar to the Jets' for Quinnen Williams last trade deadline, according to Garafolo. If they don't receive that package, the team may just keep Brown.

New York received a first-round pick, a second-round pick and a defensive tackle in exchange for Williams.

Eagles' price for A.J. Brown remains 'firm'

• Date: March 4
• Source: Dianna Russini, The Athletic

Howie Roseman's "high price" in A.J. Brown trade talks has "remained firm," according to Dianna Russini, but teams remain interested in discussing a deal for the standout receiver. 

The Athletic reported Monday that a trade was a possibility despite the Eagles' high asking price, so Roseman's demands don't yet seem to be deterring too many teams.

Eagles' asking price 'high,' but Brown trade remains a possibility

• Date: March 2
• Source: Zach Berman, The Athletic

At the NFL Combine, there was a "growing sentiment that a change is on the table" when it comes to Brown's future in Philadelphia, per Berman. Howie Roseman has publicly said he'd listen to trade calls about any player, but the Eagles will not "give away" Brown.

Berman reports that there are "multiple" AFC teams interested in Brown, but the Eagles are also having internal conversations about how Brown will fit in new OC Sean Mannion's system. 

As things stand, it appears that Brown isn't forcing a trade by any means, but the Eagles remain willing to listen to interested teams.

Brown's representatives have done 'recon' on trade landing spots

• Date: Mar. 2
• Source: Albert Breer

According to Breer, A.J. Brown's camp and representatives have done "recon" on potential trade landing spots.

“Brown's camp has done recon, too, on potential landing spots and which have a genuine interest," Breer said. "So, while [Howie] Roseman quietly has had talks, Brown's side has gauged whether there's greener grass elsewhere.”

Patriots interested in A.J. Brown, potential pairing with Stefon Diggs

• Date: Feb. 27
• Source: MassLive

MassLive reports that there is internal interest from the Patriots in acquiring Brown, who was coached by Mike Vrabel while in Tennessee. That interest is reportedly not dependent on Stefon Diggs' future with the team.

There is a "scenario where the Patriots could have both" Brown and Diggs on the roster, should they swing a trade for Brown.

Brown 'not on the block,' but Eagles will listen

• Date: Feb. 27
• Source: Peter Schrager

In an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Schrager said that A.J. Brown "is not on the [trade] block by any means," as the team is not "proactively trading" him.

However, Howie Roseman is said to "always have his phone line open" to listen to offers.

Roseman said at the NFL Combine that "we're in the business of keeping great players and A.J. is a great player."

Nick Sirianni won't guarantee Brown will be on 2026 Eagles

• Date: Feb. 26
• Source: ESPN

When asked about A.J. Brown's future in Philadelphia, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said "I can't guarantee how anything is going to play out into next season."

Sirianni also spoke highly about Brown, saying he's looks "forward to continuing that relationship."

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