As incredible as their season was, the New England Patriots didn't have enough to win Super Bowl LX. Still, since the 29-13 loss to Seattle, one could argue that the Patriots have only gotten better.
While swapping Stefon Diggs for Romeo Dobbs could either backfire or be a great signing, the Patriots have already strengthened one of their biggest weaknesses by signing left guard Alijah Vera-Tucker and backup left tackle James Hudson III. While the line has undoubtedly improved, has Drake Mays' receiving corps gotten worse?
No matter how you feel about the Diggs/Dubs swap, one thing that can't be denied is that the Patriots could use another playmaking pass-catcher. The solution may be available through trade.
Recently, Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked about the AJ Brown trade rumors. It's no surprise that New England is willing to add the Pro Bowl receiver to their team at the right price.
"We'll try to do whatever we can to continue to strengthen the roster," Vrabel said.
Of course, one of the biggest reasons the Patriots are often the first team linked to a trade for an Eagles receiver is because Vrabel was the Browns' head coach with the Titans from 2019 to 2021. The receiver has always had a strong relationship with Coach Vrabel, regardless of who was the general manager of the Titans at the time Brown was traded to the Eagles.
With the Patriots reaching the Super Bowl in 2025, New England fits the criteria of the type of team Brown would want to play for, and already being familiar with the head coach certainly wouldn't hurt. Still, if the Eagles' asking price is too high, New England could look to younger, more affordable options in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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