The Philadelphia Eagles have had some great runs in the past few seasons under Nick Sirianni, including a Super Bowl win in 2024. Yet, after being eliminated in the Wild Card round this season, it’s time for the Eagles to figure out what went wrong.
One of the issues may have been the team chemistry. Philadelphia’s passing offense took a clear step back. Jalen Hurts wasn’t as effective as a passer, and A.J. Brown’s production suffered a slight hit because of it. Along with it came added tension from a team that entered the season with Super Bowl expectations.
Now, some think the Eagles are bound to trade their three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver this offseason. Brown has four seasons left on his contract, but the underlying tension could lead to a deal.
Recently, PHLY Sports’ EJ Smith said it’s “obvious” that the Eagles want to trade Brown this offseason.
“Being here talking to people around league circles, it is obvious that there is an expectation that the Eagles will want to move on from him, or that A.J. will want to be elsewhere.”
PHLY Sports’ EJ Smith on A.J. Brown
It’s possible that these rumors are driven by Philadelphia looking to improve chemistry inside the locker room. Yet, as Eagles general manager Howie Roseman spoke about after the season ended, Philadelphia is in the business of collecting talented players, and Brown certainly qualifies.
Or, maybe it will be Brown that wakes up this offseason and suddenly decides he wants out. While getting to win the Super Bowl is something he’ll never forget, Brown may prefer to be part of a higher-volume passing offense.
Although he’s recorded over 1,000 receiving yards in each of his four seasons in Philadelphia, his numbers have been trending downward in each of the past three years. That could be part of the frustration, whereas a fresh start could give him the increased opportunities he seeks.
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