Concerning Jalen Hurts, AJ Brown Report Has Fans Talking Before Eagles-Giants

The Philadelphia Eagles secured a significant Week 7 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, during which quarterback Jalen Hurts and wide receiver A.J. Brown appeared to regain their on-field chemistry. Brown contributed with four receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns, but he sustained a hamstring injury that has prevented him from practicing and will keep him out of the upcoming game against the New York Giants, a team that previously defeated the Eagles.

Throughout the season, there has been increasing speculation about Brown's future with the Eagles, fueled by reported frustrations over his inconsistent target share from Hurts. An NFL defensive coordinator, cited by The Athletic's Dianna Russini, observed that the timing and communication between Hurts and Brown seem off, describing their plays as either deep shots or checkdowns with little in between, indicating a lack of synergy on the field.

NFL fans expressed varied reactions on social media, with some predicting Brown's trade before the November 4 deadline due to the ongoing issues, while others argued that the substantial salary cap hits—$60 million over two years and $46 million next year—make a trade unlikely, as it could hinder the team's competitiveness and cap management.

With the trade deadline approaching, it would be surprising if the Eagles move Brown, but his absence in the next game, where DeVonta Smith will step up as the lead receiver, could influence future decisions based on the offense's performance without him.