Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown addressed concerns regarding his relationship with quarterback Jalen Hurts following a controversial social media post. After the Eagles secured a victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 4, Brown shared a cryptic quote on X that many interpreted as a dig at Hurts and the team. In an attempt to clarify the situation, Brown spoke to the media on Wednesday.
During his press conference, Brown acknowledged that his emotions got the better of him after the game. “Obviously, Sunday after the game, I let my frustrations boil over,” he stated. “I didn’t speak to the media. I had the chance to correct my frustrations, and I continued to let them boil over. That’s on me, and I take full accountability for that.” He emphasized that his message on social media was not aimed at anyone within the organization, including his coach or quarterback.
Despite Brown’s reassurances, doubts linger about the dynamics between him and Hurts. When pressed on their relationship, Brown initially portrayed it positively, mentioning their shared passion for the game. Yet, he hesitated when discussing their communication during games. “We don’t talk much during games because I’m not the type of player who begs him to ‘give [me] the ball,'” he explained. “If you ask any of my teammates, I’m probably the quietest one on the sideline. I don’t even go to the huddle during timeouts.”
In contrast, Hurts maintained a more reserved stance when asked about Brown’s tweet. He confirmed he had seen the post but refrained from commenting further, noting that Brown is a “willing contributor” to the team’s efforts.
As the Eagles aim for a successful season, concerns about their passing attack persist. Currently, Philadelphia ranks second-to-last in the NFL for passing yards, averaging just 138 yards per game. With the team holding a perfect 4-0 record, the need for effective communication and collaboration between Brown and Hurts becomes increasingly critical.
The relationship between the two players has been under scrutiny for nearly a year, and analysts suggest that a candid conversation is necessary to strengthen their on-field connection. If they do not address these issues, it could jeopardize the Eagles’ aspirations of repeating as Super Bowl champions.
