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Eagles Sign Hollywood Brown as A.J. Brown Trade Talk Points to Post‑June Timeline

Cap rules make any A.J. Brown deal more feasible after June 1.

Overview

  • Philadelphia agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $6.5 million with Marquise “Hollywood” Brown, according to multiple reports.
  • The addition is characterized as WR3 depth and potential insurance rather than a direct replacement for A.J. Brown.
  • Ian Rapoport reports the Rams have bowed out of A.J. Brown discussions while the Patriots remain in consistent contact with the Eagles.
  • Trading A.J. Brown before June 1 would trigger roughly $40 million in 2026 dead money, whereas a post–June 1 move would cut the immediate hit to about $16–20 million and push some charges into 2027, with estimates showing modest 2026 savings.
  • Adam Schefter says he leans toward Brown eventually being moved because that is the player’s preference, though no trade has occurred and timing likely points to June.