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Patriots' AJ Brown Falls in Preseason Ranking, But He's Still Strong

Patriots' AJ Brown Falls in Preseason Ranking, But He's Still Strong

Summary

A.J. Brown, recently traded to the New England Patriots, dropped from No. 5 to No. 9 in ESPN’s NFL player rankings but remains a top wide receiver. NFL experts still see him as a strong and physical player who changes how defenses play against him.

Key Facts

  • A.J. Brown moved from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots.
  • His ranking among NFL wide receivers fell from No. 5 to No. 9 in ESPN’s survey.
  • NFL coaches and scouts still consider him a top receiver due to his talent.
  • Brown appears on about half of the NFL ballots, showing continued respect.
  • He affects defensive strategies before the ball is snapped.
  • Brown excels in difficult catches, having the most catches and yards on tight-window throws since 2019.
  • He is known for being physical, explosive, and tough to cover.
  • The Patriots expect Brown to be a key player who can improve their run game and offense.
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