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Rams Accuse Eagles of Supplying Smelling Salts to $96M Star During Home Win

 

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Sep. 13, 2025 — The aftermath of Philadelphia’s win over the Los Angeles Rams took a dramatic turn as Rams officials claimed they have evidence that Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown— the team’s $96 million star — used smelling salts on the field moments before a play began.

A video circulating on social media appears to show Brown bending down, cracking open a small vial, and taking a sharp inhale before lining up wide. The Rams argue this goes beyond personal use and raises suspicions that the Eagles supplied the smelling salts, a direct violation of the NFL’s newly implemented 2025 ban.

The accusations surfaced amid scrutiny over Brown’s explosive performance: 12 receptions for 185 yards and two touchdowns, including a game-sealing 65-yard catch in the fourth quarter. The outburst marked a stark contrast to his recent form, as Brown had been held under 100 yards in each of the previous two games.

“The rule is clear — teams are not allowed to provide smelling salts to players. If this video is what it appears to be, there’s reason to believe Philadelphia crossed the line. He was completely different compared to the first two games of the season,” Rams owner Stan Kroenke said after the game. “We will be submitting our evidence to the league. Fair play has to be protected.”

The NFL has yet to issue a formal response. If the accusation holds, the Eagles could face significant fines and disciplinary action against team personnel, though the game result itself would not be overturned.

Brown declined to directly address the video, telling reporters only: “I’m focused on playing football and helping my team win.”

If confirmed, this would be the first high-profile case tied to the league’s new smelling salts policy, adding a layer of controversy to Philadelphia’s divisional victory.

Steelers Linked To Saints SuperStar With 5x Pro Bowl & 2x All-Pro in Blockbuster Trade
Pittsburgh, PA — According to a  circulating on X (Twitter), the Pittsburgh Steelers have been “linked” to Alvin Kamara—the New Orleans Saints superstar, five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro—as a potential target ahead of the trade deadline. The speculation has heated up as various outlets have also floated Kamara as a logical “fit” should the Steelers look to add a versatile, late-season playmaker on offense. At 30, Kamara is a rare dual-threat RB who excels as both a runner and receiver. He tied the NFL single-game record with six rushing touchdowns (Christmas Day 2020 vs. the Vikings), and he has recently been recognized as the Saints’ all-time leader in rushing yards. Across his career: 5× Pro Bowl, 2× Second-Team All-Pro, and a skill set that meshes with Pittsburgh’s motion/spacing concepts—screens, angle/choice routes, safe check-downs, and short play-action. Tactically, if a move ever materialized, Kamara would immediately put stress on short-to-intermediate coverages, force defenses to roll a safety, and give Pittsburgh intriguing two-back looks alongside Najee Harris on 3rd-and-medium and in the red zone. In this hypothetical scenario, Kamara voices a desire for a fresh challenge after hitting so many personal milestones in New Orleans: “I’ve achieved just about everything with the Saints, and I want a new challenge for myself. What could be better than a team competing directly for a Super Bowl? Just thinking about wearing Black and Gold really excites me.” As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the Steelers or the Saints regarding any talks. Still, Kamara’s résumé and toolbox explain why his name is quickly paired with Pittsburgh whenever rumors of an offensive upgrade surface. With 5× Pro Bowls, 2× All-Pro honors, and a proven knack for tilting games as both a runner and receiver, even a whisper on social media is enough to make Steelers Nation perk up.