Overview
- Doubs, speaking Tuesday to reporters, said he would “love” to have A.J. Brown in New England and stressed he is open to any role in Josh McDaniels’ offense.
- Patriots safety Kevin Byard, who practiced against Brown in Tennessee, called him an “incredible talent” and said a reunion would be welcomed, while noting he has no inside knowledge of a deal.
- Multiple outlets continue to report that a Brown trade is viewed as likely after June 1 for cap reasons, with no agreement announced and the possibility that either team could still walk away.
- New England’s approach adds to the speculation, as the team signed Doubs to a four-year, $68 million deal and did not draft a receiver, while Philadelphia traded for Dontavion Wicks and moved up to select a wideout.
- A local report said Brown recently looked at condos in Boston’s Seaport and coverage repeatedly cites his past with coach Mike Vrabel, with most analysts expecting Brown to be the Patriots’ No. 1 target if acquired.