A.J. Brown Frustration; Trade Talk Fades

The defending-champion Philadelphia Eagles are 4-1 after a 21-17 Week 5 loss to the Denver Broncos and are dealing with visible friction after All-Pro WR A.J. Brown publicly expressed frustration about limited targets in a run-heavy offense under new offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. Brown’s production through four games (14 catches, 151 yards, 1 TD) is down from prior years; he posted a cryptic social-media message, later took accountability and said Philadelphia is his home. Coaches and teammates say they maintain open communication and plan for Brown, and league reports indicate the Eagles are extremely unlikely to trade him despite persistent speculation. In Week 5 the Eagles briefly opened the passing game (an early deep shot to DeVonta Smith) but inconsistency resurfaced and Brown finished with modest numbers. Analysts warn the offense’s heavy emphasis on the run and fewer deep shots have limited Brown and Smith and could become a bigger concern if the passing game doesn’t regain balance, even as the team remains one of the NFL’s best.