A.J. Brown’s career with the New England Patriots is off to an underwhelming start. Despite him missing four weeks due to a high ankle sprain, averaging only three catches per game, and being a no-show at practice on Thursday, however…
New England Patriots coaches are expressing continued confidence in wide receiver A.J. Brown despite a slow start to his tenure. Brown, who was acquired in an offseason trade from the Philadelphia Eagles, has recorded only six receptions for 53 yards across two games following a return from a four-week absence due to a high ankle sprain.
Wide receivers coach Todd Downing and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels emphasized that Brown's modest production stems from limited practice time and game action. While a recently flared-up knee injury leaves Brown's status uncertain for Sunday's matchup against the Miami Dolphins, the coaching staff remains positive about his long-term impact.
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