Eagles weigh trading A.J. Brown to Rams as Patriots show interest

A.J. Brown trade Los Angeles Rams Philadelphia Eagles Kayson Boutte

NFL trade reports indicate the Los Angeles Rams were closer than the New England Patriots to acquiring Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown early in the 2026 offseason. Sources said negotiations nearly materialized before stalling, and the Eagles would incur a dead‑cap charge of $43.4 million if the deal closed before June 1, dropping to $16.4 million after that date. Brown finished the 2025 season with 78 receptions for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns.

The Patriots’ trade activity could extend to wide receiver Kayson Boutte, who may be moved if the A.J. Brown deal goes through. The New York Giants and Chicago Bears have been mentioned as potential suitors for Boutte.

Sources

‘This Is the Way Howie Roseman Works’ -- NFL Insider Warns a Surprise AFC Team Could Hijack Patriots’ A. J. Brown Trade [www.profootballnetwork.com]

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New A. J. Brown Trade Rumors on Rams' Interest in Eagles WR amid Patriots Links [bleacherreport.com]

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Rams’ A.J. Brown trade rumors heat up with concerns growing around Puka Nacua [nypost.com]

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Patriots could trade Kayshon Boutte, and the Giants and Bears should have interest [www.sportingnews.com]

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