Philadelphia, PA – October 31, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles have once again found themselves at the center of NFL headlines after wide receiver A.J. Brown reportedly reacted furiously to rumors that he could be traded before the league’s November 4 deadline. According to multiple sources, internal talks have taken place about reshaping the offense amid rising tension between Brown and the team.
The speculation comes after a string of sideline frustrations and social media drama that have shadowed the Eagles’ recent struggles. Brown was seen exchanging heated words with coaches during Week 6, and his cryptic posts following the team’s Week 7 loss only fueled reports of a growing rift inside the locker room. His absence from several voluntary sessions earlier this month further deepened questions about his long-term future in Philadelphia.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport confirmed that several teams have inquired about Brown’s availability — including the Dallas Cowboys, a potential destination that immediately set off fireworks across the NFC East.
But A.J. Brown made his feelings clear, delivering one of the most defiant statements of the season.
“IF THEY TRADE ME TO DALLAS, I’LL RETIRE ON THE SPOT. I’VE SWEATED AND FOUGHT FOR THIS CITY — I’M NOT WEARING THAT STAR, EVER.”
Brown said.
He doubled down hours later in another post that quickly went viral, reaching millions of views across social media.
“I CAME TO PHILADELPHIA TO WIN AND TO BUILD SOMETHING REAL. I’M NOT PERFECT — I’VE BEEN FRUSTRATED, I’VE BEEN HONEST — BUT MY HEART’S HERE. SOME COLORS YOU JUST DON’T SWITCH.”
While a trade to the Cowboys is now off the table, insiders say other contenders — including the Bills, Ravens, and Lions — have shown interest should the Eagles decide to explore their options.
For the Eagles, the decision ahead will test their locker-room chemistry and cap strategy. For Brown, it’s a matter of loyalty — and a refusal to cross enemy lines.
