Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) was able to practice in full at the team's first practice of the week on Thursday. It's music to fantasy managers' ears after Brown was forced to sit out of the Week 8 win over the New York Giants due to a hamstring injury. The 28-year-old was able to get extra rest during the team's Week 9 bye, though, and the extra time off has apparently done him well. Barring a setback with his hamstring, Brown should be all systems go in Week 10 for a Monday night showdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Coming into Week 10, Brown is averaging only 10.3 half-PPR fantasy points per week, which is tied for 35th among receivers. The matchup against Green Bay's defense isn't ideal, but fantasy managers can take comfort in knowing that Philly's passing attack was starting to hum before the bye. Brown is still a must-start WR in fantasy because of his high ceiling when he's clicking.
Nov 6, 2025 6:27 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) is back at the first practice of the week on Thursday following the team's bye, according to Zach Berman of The Athletic. A hamstring injury kept Brown from suiting up in the Week 8 win over the New York Giants, but it appears the week off to rest did the 28-year-old some good, and he has a real chance to return for a Monday night showdown at the Green Bay Packers in Week 10. It's been a frustrating 2025 season for Brown and his fantasy managers. He started the year great with a 121-yard performance and two touchdowns before not scoring again until Sept. 21 against the Los Angeles Rams, his second 100-yard game of the year. In the two games before the Week 9 bye, Brown had six combined catches for 35 yards and no scores. Fantasy managers are hoping Brown can rebound with a solid showing in Week 10 at Lambeau Field if he's active on Monday.
Nov 6, 2025 3:31 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown is not to be traded by Tuesday's trade deadline, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. This was fully expected as a trade of the Eagles' superstar wideout was never a realistic proposition. Brown missed Philadelphia's Week 8 matchup against the Giants, but had his best game of the season in the last game he played against Minnesota in Week 7, catching four of six targets for 121 yards and two touchdowns. The 28-year-old will remain an Eagle for at least the remainder of the 2025 season, but trade rumors will likely pick back up during the offseason.
Nov 4, 2025 4:25 PM EST
Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio reports that the Philadelphia Eagles are "shopping" wide receiver A.J. Brown, without officially putting him on the market. Brown has been the subject of trade rumors since early October, though every report to this point has insisted he is not being shopped and will remain in Philadelphia. After missing last week's game with a hamstring injury, Brown broke out in Week 7 with 121 yards and two touchdowns. The Eagles are on their bye this week, and it will be worth monitoring how the situation develops. Still, it seems unlikely that a team in the Eagles' position would move one of its top offensive weapons.
Oct 29, 2025 10:09 AM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (shoulder) has already been ruled out for Sunday's divisional clash with the New York Giants. However, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the wideout "is expected to have a realistic chance to return" in the Week 10 meeting with the Green Bay Packers. The Eagles will have a much-needed bye in Week 9. Philadelphia will also play the Week 10 game on a Monday night, so Brown will have a little more recovery time. Of course, things are subject to change, and there will presumably be countless updates along the way. For now, fantasy managers should anticipate additional targets for DeVonta Smith, who had nine grabs for 183 yards and a touchdown in the Week 8 win over the Vikings. The same can be said for Dallas Goedert and Saquon Barkley.
Oct 26, 2025 1:59 AM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith went off for his best showing of the season last week, setting new highs in receptions (nine) and yards (183) while tacking on a touchdown. This Sunday, Smith faces off against the Giants without his counterpart in A.J. Brown. The Eagles don't often utilize other WRs, so Smith as the main focus should see a target number in the double digits. His last time playing New York just two weeks ago, he underwhelmed with four catches for 49 yards in a game where the Eagles offense could not get it going. This time around, expect more involvement as he tries to string together his first strong set of back-to-back games against a defense allowing the third-most fantasy points to WRs this year. Smith is a promising WR2 in Week 8.
Oct 24, 2025 10:56 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the New York Giants, according to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team. Brown was unable to practice at all during the week, which typically puts a player's chance to play in doubt. Head coach Nick Sirianni said that the star wide receiver is one of those players who can still play without practice reps, but the team ultimately decided to hold him out for this week. The 28-year-old wideout is coming off his best game of the season against the Vikings, catching four of six targets for 121 yards and two touchdowns. His absence will open up even more targets for DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert in Week 8 against the Giants, in addition to depth receivers Jahan Dotson and Xavier Gipson.
Oct 24, 2025 4:35 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni declined to give a status update on wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) on Friday for his availability on Sunday versus the division-rival New York Giants in Week 8, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Sirianni did say, however, that Brown is a player who could suit up without practicing at all during the week. Brown has not practiced all week, which typically means a player will not play, but the 28-year-old wideout apparently is still an option to suit up this weekend against the G-Men. Still, fantasy managers have to be pretty unsettled, and if Brown is active on Sunday, he could be operating on a snap count at less than 100% health. If Brown is out or limited this weekend, more targets will be available for DeVonta Smith and tight end Dallas Goedert, while Jahan Dotson and Xavier Gipson could join starting three-wide sets for Philly.
Oct 24, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) is missing a second day of practice this week on Thursday, according to Eliot Shorr-Parks of 94WIP.com. Brown didn't appear to be injured at all in Sunday's win over the Minnesota Vikings, in which he caught two touchdowns, but he missed his first practice of the year on Wednesday and followed it up with another DNP on Thursday. The 28-year-old looks to be in real danger of missing the Week 8 rematch against the division-rival New York Giants this Sunday unless he can return to practice in some fashion on Friday. The good news is that he was spotted working out on the side during Thursday's practice, so there's still hope that he can play this weekend if he practices on Friday. Brown has looked much better in the last two games, catching 10 passes on 15 targets for 201 yards and two touchdowns.
Oct 23, 2025 3:20 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) was listed on the team's first injury report of the week with a hamstring injury and did not practice on Wednesday, according to the team. Brown's status for the Week 8 divisional rematch against the New York Giants this Sunday is now in question after he missed his first practice of the year due to injury. The 28-year-old showed no signs of an injury in the Week 7 win over the Minnesota Vikings, playing 92% of the offensive snaps while going off for 121 receiving yards and two touchdowns on only four catches. It's unclear if this is a serious injury for Brown or if the Eagles are just giving him a maintenance day, but we should know more on Thursday. After a slow start, Brown now has 10 catches for 201 yards and two touchdowns in the last two games. He had six catches for 80 yards on nine targets on Oct. 9 in the first game against the G-Men.
Oct 22, 2025 6:35 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown caught four of his six targets for 121 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's Week 7 win over the Minnesota Vikings. The 28-year-old has found his groove as a big-play threat lately, totaling 15 catches and 244 yards over his last three contests. He was one of several benefactors during this week's strong offensive performance. The passing game found plenty of life as Brown and DeVonta Smith combined for 13 catches, 304 yards, and three touchdowns. This duo will look to build on its momentum when facing a surging Giants squad in Week 8. Brown is a fringe top-12 fantasy receiver at the moment.
Oct 19, 2025 5:49 PM EST
The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly informed teams that they will not be trading wide receiver A.J. Brown, despite recent speculation surrounding his future. Brown has shown frustration in the offense, fueling rumors of a potential move. His frustration is understandable, as he is currently on pace for career lows in yards per game (45.7), touchdowns (1), and fantasy points (9.7). Still, with the Eagles in contention for another championship run, it makes little sense for them to part ways with their top receiving weapon. From a fantasy perspective, Brown has become a riskier week-to-week option, but his elite talent and explosive upside keep him in WR2 territory every week.
Oct 18, 2025 11:55 AM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown got back into a bit of a groove in his last game, racking up his second-highest receiving yards count (80) so far this season and had his second week in a row with at least five catches. In Week 7 he faces a Vikings defense that allows the least amount of fantasy points to WRs this year. However, just three weeks ago Minnesota let Pittsburgh's top receiver DK Metcalf go off for 126 yards and a touchdown. Brown is still a target machine and the Eagles have relied more on the passing game recently, so consider him a low-end WR2 this week as he continues a shaky first half of the season.
Oct 17, 2025 8:16 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown caught six of his nine targets for 80 yards during Thursday's Week 6 loss to the New York Giants. Brown tied his season high in receptions and now has at least eight targets in five consecutive games. While his yardage has varied from week to week, and he still has just one touchdown this year, the star receiver appears to be trending in the right direction following his early-season frustrations. He should rank as a solid WR2 option for Week 7 against the Minnesota Vikings.
Oct 10, 2025 12:31 AM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has had four underwhelming showings in the first five weeks of the season, with his most recent game against the Broncos seeing him total just 43 yards on five catches. That being said, if there ever were a time for Brown to impress, it would be Thursday night against the Giants. New York is allowing the second-most fantasy points to WRs and the eighth-most passing yards per game (237.2) this season. Brown is getting consistent looks with at least eight targets in each of his last four games; now it's just time for him to capitalize on them. He's been a frustrating fantasy player so far, but this is make-or-break time for him. Even with his disappointing start, Brown is a low-end WR2 for Week 6.
Oct 8, 2025 6:41 PM EST
According to a report from NFL.com, the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles aren't considering a trade of wide receiver A.J. Brown, who has publicly expressed frustration about his role in the team's offense. The star receiver is having a down year so far, having caught just 14 of 28 targets for 151 yards and a touchdown through four games. Though he's expressed his desire to be more involved, Brown also said he wants to stay with the Eagles, with the report noting the team will make it a point to get him more targets. Brown ranks a lowly 47th among PPR receivers, which would be by far the worst mark of his NFL career, so count fantasy managers among those who would like to see Brown featured once again.
Oct 5, 2025 7:16 AM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are reportedly frustrated with their roles in the offense, particularly in the red zone, according to Dianna Russini. Both stars have gotten off to sluggish starts in 2025, ranking 68th and 69th in receiving yards through four weeks. The struggles stem from the Eagles' offensive philosophy. Philadelphia currently ranks 32nd in pass attempts, 31st in passing yards per game, and 3rd in rushing attempts per game. While the ground-heavy approach has the team sitting at 4-0, it has left Brown and Smith underutilized. Week 5 won't provide much relief. The Eagles face Patrick Surtain II and the Denver Broncos, who have allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season. Until the Eagles increase passing volume, both Brown and Smith remain risky starts in fantasy, with their ceilings capped by offensive balance that heavily favors the run.
Oct 4, 2025 11:16 AM EST
A.J. Brown managers were having flashbacks to the first two weeks of the season this past Sunday, as the Eagles wide receiver put up another lackluster statline despite getting plenty of looks. It's encouraging to see Brown get at least eight targets in each of his last three outings, but he's still only had one truly productive game. His Week 4 matchup against the Broncos may prove difficult, as Denver allows the seventh-least amount of points to opposing fantasy WRs. Of course, there's star cornerback Patrick Surtain II to worry about as well. It's getting harder to start Brown each week, but as long as he keeps getting the bulk of targets, he should be in lineups. Consider him a fine WR2 this weekend.
Oct 3, 2025 7:16 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown is not expected to be traded during this season despite recent speculation. Brown has struggled out of the gate, catching just 14 of 28 targets for 151 yards and one touchdown through four games. While his slow start has drawn attention, it hasn't stopped the Eagles from rolling to a 4-0 record, including big wins against the Chiefs, Buccaneers, and the Rams. Trade buzz began swirling after Brown posted cryptic messages on social media, but a move remains highly unlikely. His contract carries a nearly $90 million dead-cap charge, making a midseason trade virtually impossible. Brown is expected to remain in Philadelphia as part of a run-heavy offense led by Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. Looking ahead to Week 5, Brown draws a tough matchup against 2024 Defensive Player of the Year, Patrick Surtain II, and the Denver Broncos. Given his early struggles and the Eagles' offensive approach, another quiet outing could be on the horizon.
Oct 1, 2025 11:18 PM EST
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown finally got into his stride with a team-leading performance in Week 3, and looks to carry that momentum into a Sunday matchup against the Buccaneers. Last week, Tampa Bay let Garrett Wilson grab 10 catches for 84 yards and a touchdown, which makes this game look even more promising for Philly's number one wideout. Brown has 18 targets over his last two outings, which makes his woeful Week 1 statline look more and more like a fluke. While the Bucs defense is allowing the 12th-least points to opposing wideouts in fantasy this season, still consider Brown a low-end WR1 this week.
Sep 26, 2025 4:43 PM EST
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