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The Rams have indicated they may pursue a trade for A.J. Brown after the NFL Draft, potentially finalizing a deal closer to June 1. This comes amid speculation about Brown's future with the Eagles following their draft selection of a wide receiver.
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When the 2026 offseason began, it didnāt seem as though the Philadelphia Eagles felt comfortable entertaining the idea of trading A.J. Brown.
Although the three-time Pro Bowler hasnāt been on great terms with the franchise after a drama-filled 2025-26 season, heās still the franchiseās go-to receiving option who helped it win its second Super Bowl in 2025.
However, recent reports have suggested that an offseason trade on Brown is a likely possibility after Philadelphiaās first-round NFL draft move (it selected USC WR Makai Lemon 20th overall. Although the consensus is that Brown will land with the New England Patriots, the Los Angeles Rams have been rumored to pursue the 1,000-yard wideout.
According to the Athletic's Nate Atkins, the Rams have made their stance clear on executing a deal for Brown closer to June. 1.
āLos Angeles is not expected to target Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown despite earlier trade talks,ā Atkins wrote Wednesday.
The Ramsā stance on a potential trade for Brown makes perfect sense. Unlike the Patriots, the Rams boast a high-caliber receiving core that should undoubtedly receive a top-10 ranking heading into the new season (Davante Adams and headline the Ramsā WR room).
The Rams have expressed interest in trading for A.J. Brown and may execute a deal closer to June 1.
The Eagles are considering trading A.J. Brown due to his strained relationship with the franchise after a tumultuous 2025-26 season.
The New England Patriots are widely believed to be the frontrunners for A.J. Brown, but the Rams are also rumored to be pursuing him.

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Without any additional moves at the position, Los Angeles should feel confident about their chances of dethroning the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC and returning to the Super Bowl for the first time since 2022.
Needless to say, New England, which is currently without a No. 1 receiver, needs Brown far more than Los Angeles does.
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