Eagles Reject A.J. Brown Trade Inquiries at NFL Deadline Amid Rumors

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Eagles Reject A.J. Brown Trade Inquiries at NFL Deadline Amid Rumors

The Philadelphia Eagles are firmly rejecting trade inquiries for star receiver A.J. Brown ahead of the NFL deadline. This decision comes as the team grapples with a challenging two-game losing streak, following their strong start to the season.

Eagles Stand Firm on A.J. Brown

According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Eagles have informed various teams that they “aren’t moving him now.” Despite speculation surrounding Brown’s future in Philadelphia, he is not on the trading block.

Brown’s Social Media Controversy

Discussion about A.J. Brown intensified after a social media post quoting a Bible verse following the Eagles’ 31-25 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 4. On October 1, Brown clarified that his post was not directed at quarterback Jalen Hurts or the coaching staff but was a moment of frustration.

Recent Team Performance

The Eagles started the season 4-0.
They have since lost consecutive games to the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants.
In those two losses, the Eagles’ offense scored a total of just 34 points.

Albert Breer from SI.com noted the Eagles view Brown’s actions as part of dealing with a “mercurial receiver.” Despite teams expressing interest in acquiring him, the Eagles are focused on addressing their internal issues, including an underperforming offense.

Challenges Facing the Eagles

First-year offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo’s leadership has faced scrutiny this season. Factors affecting the team’s performance include:

Injuries along the offensive line.
Star running back Saquon Barkley’s decrease in explosiveness.
A lackluster passing game.

Trading A.J. Brown would be a significant move for the Eagles, particularly given his recent three-year, $96 million contract extension, which runs through the 2029 season. At 28, Brown’s history as a three-time All-Pro receiver suggests that his performance could rebound.

Current Standings

Despite recent struggles, the Eagles remain competitive. They currently lead the NFC East with a 4-2 record, being the only team in the division with a winning record.