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NFL Writer Identifies How Potential A.J. Brown Trade To Patriots Could Reshape Draft
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Eagles acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks, raising speculation about a potential trade of A.J. Brown to the Patriots. If this trade occurs before the NFL draft, it could significantly impact draft strategies.
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The Philadelphia Eagles made a trade on Friday, acquiring Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks. This move has sparked curiosity among Patriots fans, prompting questions about whether they might be open to trading A.J. Brown.
If the Eagles are considering trading Brown, the Patriots could be one of the most likely candidates for a deal. There's a good chance that a trade won't happen until after June 1, but if it does take place before the NFL draft at the end of April, Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski explains how it could affect the draft.
How An A.J. Brown Trade Could Affect The 31st Pick
"As noted, executives around the league expect the Patriots to land Brown sooner or later. If it happens sooner, the deal shouldn't change plans drastically for anyone sitting ahead or behind the 31st overall pick," Sobleski wrote on Friday.
If the Patriots decide to trade for Brown before the draft, they'll likely need to include the 31st pick in the deal. That pick could serve as a valuable asset for a team early in the second round that's looking to trade up for a quarterback, and the Eagles would now hold that selection.
The good news for teams interested in trading up late in the first round is that the Eagles won't be seeking a quarterback. However, they might look to add a wide receiver with that pick, which could deter teams from trading up for a quarterback.
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Q&A
What are the implications of A.J. Brown being traded to the Patriots?
If A.J. Brown is traded to the Patriots, it could reshape their draft strategy and influence player selections.
When is the NFL draft scheduled to take place?
The NFL draft is scheduled for the end of April.
Why did the Eagles trade for Dontayvion Wicks?
The Eagles traded for Dontayvion Wicks to strengthen their receiving corps, which has led to speculation about trading A.J. Brown.
