A.J. Brown Passes Physical, Joins Patriots Practice After Trade Cost 2028 First-Round Pick
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Updated · Pats Pulpit · Jun 7
A.J. Brown Passes Physical, Joins Patriots Practice After Trade Cost 2028 First-Round Pick
3 articles · Updated · Pats Pulpit · Jun 7
Summary
A.J. Brown arrived at New England’s facility Tuesday, passed his physical and took part in his first practice days after the Patriots completed the trade.
The Patriots moved two draft picks, including a 2028 first-rounder, for Brown after the receiver sought a fresh start and Philadelphia pursued cap relief plus draft capital.
Brown said he wants to earn his standing in the receiver room, even taking the back of the line in drills despite arriving as a 3-time All-Pro and Super Bowl champion.
His early work with quarterback Drake Maye included a first full-team completion on a hitch route, while coaches said Brown’s presence should alter coverages and create matchups across the offense.
New England also signed off on Brown’s degenerative knee condition before the deal; he said there is 'no injury,' and the team now heads into mandatory minicamp June 9-11.