New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was subtlety asked about trading for Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown during a recent appearance on “The Greg Hill Show.”
“Yeah, we’ll see,” said Vrabel. “…I’m proud of his development, his personal development. And working on himself and getting back to center. He’s a passionate player, and I love him to death. And I have a very, very close relationship with him.”
There have been questions regarding Brown’s future with the Eagles that some believe are being blown way out of proportion. Yet, others think there’s legitimate smoke coming out of Philly in relation to Brown.
Back in December, Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham said things had changed behind the scenes between Brown and Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.
“They was friends before this, but things have changed,” said Graham, when appearing on “The Brandon Graham Show.”
Graham walked back those comments after it became a major news story.
The noise on Brown started back up again last week during the Eagles’ playoff game against the Green Bay Packers.
Brown finished the game with only one catch and 10 receiving yards, and at one point, he was seen reading a book on the sidelines.
Winning cures all in the NFL, and if the Eagles go on to win a Super Bowl, most of this talk will be about nothing.
However, if they fall flat again, one has to wonder if they’d consider shaking things up by moving their star receiver. Patriots fans would certainly love to see Brown reunite with Vrabel in New England. Meanwhile, Eagles fans aren’t buying the trade talk.
Here’s what both sides are saying on social media regarding the Brown and Patriots trade talk:
Vrabel on AJ Brown to EEI: “I’m proud of his development, his personal development…He’s a passionate player and I love him to death…And, I have a very very close relationship with him.”
If Brown eventually wants out of PHI, I think I know who’s calling. #Patriots
— Nick Cattles (@NickCRadio) January 14, 2025
It’s no secret the #Patriots are in the market for a top wide receiver. The best way to land one is likely through a trade.
Can Mike Vrabel help maneuver a deal to bring a (potentially) disgruntled AJ Brown from Philadelphia? If so, what would it take? pic.twitter.com/5gkIffq7L1
— Jones & Keefe (@JonesandKeefe) January 14, 2025
#NEPats will make STRONG push for Brown after Vrabel becoming HC. Has big relationship w/ Aj. He’s been a #Patriots fan since before he got drafted in ‘19. there is one thing for sure Drake Maye will get him the ball! Big offseason coming & It’s clear they bringing in playmakers! pic.twitter.com/I2Eah1mKhD
My favorite bit of the day is Patriots fans/talk radio hosts trying to stir up this idea that AJ Brown wants out of Philly despite him clearly stating how much he loves it in Philly and also just signed a massive extension here this past offseason https://t.co/vjEIwn3Smr
— “Sports fan Mark Kremer” (@mark_kremer) January 14, 2025
Patriots HC Mike Vrabel on potentially bringing WR AJ Brown to New England:
“Yeah, we’ll see. I’m proud of his development, his personal development. And working on himself. He’s a passionate player, and I love him to death. And I have a very, very close relationship with him.” pic.twitter.com/H3Oaye4VEE
— Football Forever (@fballforeverhq) January 15, 2025