A.J. Brown has not spoken with Jalen Hurts since trade

Wide receiver A.J. Brown did not speak to his former quarterback Jalen Hurts when the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles held a joint practice in Foxborough on August 19, 2026. Brown, who was traded to the Patriots on June 1, confirmed to reporters after the session that he and Hurts have not communicated since the deal was finalized.

The practice marked the first time Brown faced his former team since the trade that ended his four-year tenure in Philadelphia. When asked directly about his lack of contact with Hurts, Brown deflected, telling reporters, "Philly, man, yall are tough." He urged the media to focus on positive narratives, saying, "Its love my way. Just move forward."

Brown expressed that his focus is on his new chapter with the Patriots. "Im here now. Im not going backwards," he stated. The receiver emphasized that his feelings for Philadelphia remain fond, referencing a Super Bowl ring he won with the team. "Its love. I won a Super Bowl ring with them and it will always be love no matter how anyone feels. I love Philly and I will always love Philly but Im here now."

The trade sent Brown to New England in exchange for a 2028 first-round draft pick and a 2027...