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AJ Brown to Patriots seems imminent after two GMs reveal what they know

The long-rumored trade sending Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots is gaining serious momentum, with multiple NFL general managers indicating the deal is all but done. According to SportsBoom’s Jason La Canfora, two separate GMs not involved in the talks shared the same outlook: the Patriots are expected to land Brown this week, likely in exchange for a 2028 first-round pick. One GM called it “a helluva deal for Howie,” referring to Eagles GM Howie Roseman, while the other bluntly stated, “It’s getting done. Howie is ready to put this behind him.” The timing aligns perfectly with the NFL’s June 1 deadline, allowing Philadelphia to spread Brown’s significant cap hit across two seasons. For the Patriots, acquiring the 29-year-old Pro Bowler would instantly upgrade Drake Maye’s receiving corps and provide a proven deep threat.

Rams might've messed up with projected 'trouble' for Matthew Stafford in 2026

As Matthew Stafford enters his 18th NFL season fresh off a massive one-year extension, some analysts believe the Los Angeles Rams may have created unnecessary trouble for their veteran quarterback ahead of 2026. Despite Stafford’s strong play and leadership during OTAs, questions swirl around the wide receiver room after key offseason decisions. PFF has already flagged Stafford as a top regression candidate due to unsustainable turnover luck from last season. Critics argue that failing to add enough proven weapons or depth behind Puka Nacua and the current group could expose the 38-year-old to more pressure and interceptions. The high selection of rookie quarterback Ty Simpson adds another layer of long-term uncertainty, though Stafford remains fully committed to winning now. Head coach Sean McVay insists the offense has enough firepower, but analysts warn that any dip in protection or receiver production could accelerate Stafford’s decline.