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Adam Schefter gives a concerning update on A.J. Brown’s knee, long-term outlook

"It’s a knee that I think raises some concerns as to how long he’s gonna keep playing here in New England, and producing at a high level.”

By Conor Ryan · Boston.com

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 2:16 AM

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Adam Schefter warned that ongoing knee issues raise long-term concerns about A.J. Brown's high-level availability in New England.
A.J. Brown has appeared in only three of nine games for the Patriots this season following a knee flare-up.
Patriots executive Eliot Wolf confirmed the front office was aware of Brown's degenerative knee condition before trading for him.

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ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported concerning news regarding New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown's knee, questioning how long he can sustain high-level play. Brown missed last week's game against the Miami Dolphins after a flare-up and remains absent from practice ahead of the upcoming matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

Schefter noted that prior knee concerns impacted trade market interest in Brown before New England acquired him from the Philadelphia Eagles. Patriots executive Eliot Wolf confirmed the team was aware of a degenerative knee condition before completing the trade, while head coach Mike Vrabel remains focused on game preparations.

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