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Eagles Pause Any A.J. Brown Trade After Talks With Rams, Patriots

The pause reflects a steep pre–June 1 cap hit paired with a premium asking price.

Overview

  • The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports Philadelphia will not move A.J. Brown at this time after serious conversations with the Rams and Patriots.
  • Both teams remain interested, with discussions expected to pick up closer to the June 1 window and no deal currently imminent.
  • A pre–June 1 trade would cost the Eagles roughly $43–44 million in dead money versus about $16–17 million if designated after June 1.
  • Multiple outlets say the Eagles want compensation around a first- and second-round pick, a price that has deterred immediate offers.
  • Los Angeles explored a deal before acquiring CB Trent McDuffie, while New England still seeks help at receiver despite signing Romeo Doubs; GM Howie Roseman has said he would only trade Brown for a fair return.