The New England Patriots took a big swing un hopes of unlocking Drake Maye's potential at quarterback. Stefon Diggs, despite a solid 2025, was out. In his place came free agent signee Romeo Doubs and, once the new league year began, A.J. Brown.
The price for the three-time former All-Pro was steep. New England sent first and fifth round picks in order to add a dynamic downfield threat to its lineup. But his Patriots debut was cut short after three catches, 26 yards and a pass interference penalty that set up the only touchdown in the first half of a Super Bowl rematch against the ankle after swatting away the ball.
Brown immediately grabbed his ankle. He limped off the field alongside trainers amidst a commercial break. NBC later reported he was questionable to return with a lower leg injury.If A.J. Brown can't play, who'll step up for the Patriots?
This would be a great time to have Kayshon Boutte on the roster, but he was made redundant by Brown's arrival and dealt to the
