Adam Schefter reports that a trade sending AJ Brown to the Patriots is expected to occur, likely involving a 2028 first-round pick as the primary compensation. Meanwhile, The Athletic’s Chad Graff suggests that Kayshon Boutte is the most probable candidate to head to Philadelphia as a roster substitution in the deal.

While the framework for the move appears straightforward, it is anticipated to take another month before the transaction is officially finalized for the 2026 season. In Philadelphia, Boutte will be competing with Dontayvion Wicks and Marquise Brown for targets behind DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon. Boutte’s fantasy stock is about to head even lower.