AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts have been struggling with a rift in their relationship. The distance has been evident to fans during games due to off-beat production in weeks 5 and 6. The situation worsened after A.J. Brown’s injury sidelined him, with a new roadblock.

“AJ Brown seems to have deleted an old tweet where he praised Jalen Hurts. He also looks to have deleted almost all tweets where he mentioned himself in the past,” Eagles Nation wrote on X.

He deleted multiple posts on X that reflected their closeness and Hurts’ achievements. Brown and Hurts have a long history of friendship. High school and college friends turned NFL teammates, Hurts is the godfather to Brown’s daughter, Jersee. The move displayed a hint of frustration and a public signal that something had shifted. Several causes appear behind the rift. 

Firstly, their performance in the same offensive zones. Hurts’ distribution and A.J. Brown’s route usage seem misaligned more frequently. After four seasons together, the chemistry has visibly diminished.

The missing element of easy trust and instinct-catching that once characterized their connection seems less consistent. In week 5 against the Denver Broncos, a 21-17 loss resulted, with Hurts posting 280 yards and 60.5% completion. Brown recorded 43 yards and averaged 8.6 on the receiving end. Against the New York Giants, Brown continued the trend of 80 yards with an average of 13.3. Whereas Jalen Hurts secured 283 yards and 72.2% completion. 

“Using me but not using me,” Brown posted on Instagram after a victory against the Minnesota Vikings. 

AJ Brown has struggled with securing yards this season, and after their win in week 7, he revealed the problem of not receiving enough passes. Even team leadership, watching the teammates and taking notice, shared their perception. Jeffrey Lurie, owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, emphasized that the intensity between players is not conflict but competition.

“It’s not that we want to fight; we just need intensity all the time for whatever reason, it’s what works,” Lurie said.

As the season moves forward, what once was a seamless rapport between star quarterback and star receiver now requires recalibration. In the midst of all these, the Eagles have decided on the wide receiver’s trade.

A blockbuster trade is the only option for a blockbuster player like AJ Brown

The Philadelphia Eagles confirm the team is not looking to trade him before the November 4 deadline.  

“The Eagles would be willing to listen to any trade offer, but sources believe Philadelphia would not be willing to part with Brown for anything less than a blockbuster offer,” according to ESPN. 

In the victory over the Minnesota Vikings, Brown had his strongest performance of the season on the field, hauling in four passes for 121 yards and two scores. He has made seven starts this season and received 29 passes for 395 yards and scored three touchdowns. Brown skipped practice and will miss the game against the New York Giants because of a hamstring injury.

Despite the injury and earlier inconsistencies, Philadelphia remains publicly committed to Brown’s presence and future. Jalen Hurts is accustomed to Brown’s social media rants over their four seasons together. The Eagles’ decision and the upcoming games after A.J. Browns’ return under Jeffrey Lurie’s guidance leave room for reconciliation.