An anonymous NFL coach gave his thoughts on the rift between Jalen Hurts and WR A.J Brown on the field. The rumors have been going around regarding the three-time Pro Bowler possibly being traded before the November 4 deadline. These speculations picked up after he expressed his disappointment with the team's offense this season.
According to an article by the Athletic's Diana Russini, this anonymous NFL coach said that he could understand A.J. Browns' frustration with the team and quarterback Jalen Hurts.
"Hurts struggles against zone. That's when A.J. goes MIA. There are times it looks like Hurts doesn't fully trust what he's seeing, so he checks it down and plays it safe. It's either a deep shot or a checkdown- not much in between.
"The timing is just off. And you see it on the field- the communication between Hurts and Brown just isn't there right now."
This season, A.J Browns has hardly been targeted by Hurts on the field. In seven games, the WR has registered just 395 yards and three TD's getting on 29 receptions for the Eagles (5-2).
Eagles star DeVonta Smith shares his thoughts on A.J. Brown missing the Week 8 clash
Super Bowl LIX Champion, DeVonta Smith, opened up about playing against the Giants without Brown on the offense. His comments came before the official decision to bench the WR as he rehabilitates from his hamstring injury.
As per a tweet by The Athletic's Zach Barman, he believes that the offense will have to make some changes in order to become victorious at home.
"Obviously, he's a great player ... We'll have to adjust if that's the case, he's not out there. Everybody's ging to have to be studying a little harder, guys will be moving around to different spots."
A.J. Brown started his NFL career with the Titans in 2019. He was then traded to the Eagles in 2022, cementing himself as a key player on offense. In April 2024, he agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $96 million with the side.
The Eagles vs Giants game kicks off at 1 PM ET.