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Eagles: A.J. Brown Quashes Trade Rumors After Heart-To-Heart With His “Brother In The Locker Room”


Eagles WR A.J. Brown on Jalen Hurts' contract extension: 'Howie, get it  done' - Yahoo Sports

PHILADELPHIA — Days after a cryptic social-media post sparked speculation about his future, A.J. Brown stepped to the microphones with a measured tone and a clear message: the trade chatter stops here. In this hypothetical scenario, it was a late-night, no-frills conversation with Jalen Hurts—his captain and closest teammate—that reset Brown’s compass.

The talk came after an early-week install. The room had emptied; only Brown and Hurts remained. No grand speeches—just direct questions about responsibility, standards, and turning frustration into useful energy. Hurts reminded Brown why he chose Philadelphia in the first place: not for numbers, but for a locker room that puts winning above everything else.

Brown kept it brief and unequivocal:This is home—where I want to compete, grow, and finish my career with my brothers.

Brown doesn’t deny the “island” feeling wideouts can have in games with fewer targets and choppy offensive rhythm. But after listening to Hurts, he went back to the base layers: cleaner routes, sharper pre-snap communication, and owning critical moments—third downs and the red zone. “That’s when the team needs me—and when I need myself the most,” Brown said.

Inside the locker room, veteran voices aligned with Brown’s approach: take accountability, fix it from within, move on to the next week. “Leave the drama at the door,” a seasoned teammate put it. “We’re 4-0 not because we’re perfect but because we know how to win while still having work to do. A.J.’s job is to help raise the offense’s ceiling—and he gets that.”

On the board, the staff is expected to help Brown get early touches through the quick game (slant, glance/RPO, speed-out), use bunch/stack and motion to free his release, and dial up one or two play-action shots with added protection to re-establish vertical threat. The objective isn’t just yards or touchdowns—it’s forcing defenses to honor every layer of the field.

From here, Brown wants his message to come through the work: fewer headlines, more execution; less noise, more substance on Sundays. And if there’s a turning point to circle, he says it was a friend in the huddle reminding him what matters most: the team, the locker room, and the city. Viewed that way, the trade rumor mill takes care of itself.

Chiefs Locker Room Erupts, Chris Jones Under Investigation for NFL Sports Betting in Jaguars Game - HC Andy Reid Hands Down Harsh Punishment
Kansas City, MO – The Kansas City Chiefs' locker room is in turmoil following an NFL investigation into defensive star Chris Jones over allegations related to sports betting. Jones, a multiple-time Pro Bowler, has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave through Week 10, while head coach (HC) Andy Reid has imposed internal penalties after a suspicious performance in the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. SOURCE: https://x.com/TheNFLDrop/status/1975574483990909165 The incident stems from a decisive play at the end of the game, where Jones – the Chiefs' top defensive tackle – appeared to "do absolutely nothing" to stop quarterback Trevor Lawrence from scoring the game-winning touchdown. According to sources, this lack of effort prompted the NFL to launch an investigation, suspecting possible involvement in betting, a serious violation of league rules. "He just stood there watching Lawrence run into the end zone like he was watching a movie," an anonymous teammate shared, reflecting the outrage in the locker room. Jones, 31, has been a cornerstone for the Chiefs since being selected in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft from Mississippi State. With an impressive career including 3 Pro Bowls, 2 Super Bowl wins, and 75.5 sacks, he signed a 5-year, $158 million contract in 2023. However, this season, Jones has only recorded 2 sacks through 5 games, and his performance against the Jaguars has drawn sharp criticism from Chiefs fans on social media. HC Andy Reid reacted strongly, penalizing Jones by sidelining him from practices and requiring an internal explanation. "We do not tolerate any behavior that harms the team or undermines the integrity of the game," Reid stated post-game. "Our organization prides itself on discipline and trust, and while we await the results of the NFL's investigation, we'll handle this internally to ensure it doesn't distract from our goals. Chris is a talented player, but no one is above the standards we set here in Kansas City." Meanwhile, the Chiefs' locker room is described as "explosive" with arguments, as some players like Patrick Mahomes express disappointment but still offer support for their teammate. The NFL investigation is expected to continue, and if violations are proven, Jones could face a long-term suspension. The Chiefs, currently at 2-3, must quickly stabilize their roster ahead of their next matchup. Fans are watching closely, with many calling this potentially the "biggest scandal of the season."