The Philadelphia Eagles’ star wide receiver A.J. Brown is making headlines for all the wrong reasons this season, as his production has dipped sharply and his social media posts have fans and analysts buzzing about what’s really going on inside the locker room.
A.J. Brown’s Numbers Plummet Amid Targeting Woes
Brown, known for his explosive playmaking, has seen a dramatic drop in his usual output. Through the first four games of the 2025 season, he’s averaging just
37.3 yards per game—less than half his career average of 78.1 yards per game and far below the 85.8 yards per game he posted with the Eagles last year. Despite being targeted
nine times in Sunday’s game, Brown only managed a handful of catches, with most passes either off-target or poorly timed.
What’s even more telling: Brown leads the Eagles with
28 targets this season, but he’s only caught 14 of them—a
50% catch rate. That’s a steep decline from his previous seasons, where he never finished below
60% and hovered near
70%. Notably, Brown has
zero drops this year, suggesting the issue lies more with quarterback play and offensive rhythm than with the receiver himself.
Cryptic Social Media Posts Fuel Trade Rumors
After the Eagles’ recent win over the Buccaneers, Brown posted a series of
cryptic tweets that left fans and reporters speculating about his mindset and future with the team. While the content of the posts remains open to interpretation, the timing—paired with his on-field frustration—has only intensified rumors about his happiness in Philadelphia.
Adding fuel to the fire, Boston sports radio recently floated the idea that the Eagles could trade Brown for Penn State linebacker Abdul Carter, though there’s no credible evidence that such a deal is imminent. Eagles GM Howie Roseman has reportedly shot down trade offers for Brown, but the chatter underscores the uncertainty swirling around the star receiver’s role and satisfaction.
Offensive Struggles and Locker Room Dynamics
The Eagles’ offense has looked out of sync, with quarterback Jalen Hurts missing Brown on several key routes—slants thrown behind him, sideline passes out of bounds, and comeback routes that never had a chance. Analysts point out that Brown isn’t alone in his struggles, as several Eagles receivers are performing below expectations.
Brown’s visible frustration on the field and his Bible-quoting, sometimes enigmatic postgame comments have only deepened the intrigue. As one local columnist put it, “Only A.J. knows what he’s trying to say here. Maybe we get an ordained minister up in here to translate”.
What’s Next for A.J. Brown and the Eagles?
With the Eagles still searching for offensive consistency, all eyes will be on how the coaching staff and quarterback Jalen Hurts adjust to get their top receiver more involved. Brown’s track record suggests he’s too talented to stay quiet for long, but the pressure is mounting for the team to find answers—and for Brown to decide if he’s still happy in midnight green.
For now, the trade rumors remain just that—rumors. But in the NFL, where star players’ moods can shift the balance of power overnight, this is a story that’s far from over.
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