Patriots Poised to Land A.J. Brown Before Week 1

The New England Patriots are expected to make a major move for star wide receiver A.J. Brown before the start of the 2026 regular season, a development that would instantly reshape the team’s offense. League observers anticipate Brown will be on the Patriots’ 53-man active roster by Week 1, giving New England a proven No. 1 target as it looks to accelerate its rebuild.

If completed, the addition would mark one of the most significant personnel changes of the offseason and signal a clear all-in push by the Patriots to upgrade their passing game. Brown has long been regarded as one of the league’s most productive and physical receivers, and his arrival would give New England a centerpiece capable of changing defensive game plans from the opening kickoff of the season.