Overview

• Multiple reports say both receivers are unhappy with their roles, with league sources tying the issue to Kevin Patullo’s run‑heavy approach and limited red‑zone targets.
• A.J. Brown apologized for a cryptic social post and said he let frustrations boil over as Nick Sirianni and Howie Roseman held private talks with him this week.
• Through four games, Brown has 14 catches for 151 yards and one touchdown and DeVonta Smith has 17 for 158 and one, while the 4-0 Eagles rank near the bottom in passing and total offense.
• NFL.com reports Philadelphia told teams there was “no chance” of a Brown trade and views any deal before the Nov. 4 deadline as extremely unlikely, with an expectation Hurts will get him involved early against Denver.
• Rival executives are monitoring the situation, and at least one anonymous GM speculated a move could become possible if the run‑first identity persists and high‑priced receivers remain underused.