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A.J. Brown Reaffirms Ties to Eagles as Combine Talks on Future Near

Combine discussions loom as cap costs plus a new offensive staff shape Philadelphia’s decision.

Overview

  • The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports Brown’s relationship with the Eagles is “somewhat tenuous,” with substantial conversations expected to ramp up at the NFL Combine.
  • Speaking on Micah Parsons’ podcast, Brown called Philadelphia “home,” praised the fans, and said he is excited for next season.
  • Philadelphia overhauled its offensive staff, moving on from coordinator Kevin Patullo, hiring Sean Mannion as OC, and adding Josh Grizzard as passing game coordinator.
  • Salary-cap math looms large: a pre–June 1 trade would carry about $43.4–$43.5 million in dead money, compared with roughly $16.3–$16.4 million on a post–June 1 designation.
  • GM Howie Roseman has been publicly noncommittal as Brown comes off a 2025 line of 78 catches, 1,003 yards, and seven TDs following an up-and-down season.