Overview
- The Eagles traded A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots on Monday, June 1, for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
- DeVonta Smith is now the Eagles’ clear No. 1 receiver and primary target for Jalen Hurts, a role the team says is eased by their long-standing personal and on-field relationship.
- Philadelphia replaced Kevin Patullo with Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator, and teammates expect Mannion’s new passing scheme to expand Smith’s opportunities.
- The Eagles are reshaping the supporting cast to fit Smith’s new role, adding and evaluating players such as Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks and veteran signings to take on target share left by Brown.
- Media analysts project Smith could post career numbers and earn his first Pro Bowl nod next season given his history of multiple 1,000-yard campaigns and key postseason production.