A.J. Brown’s past knee issues were reportedly a factor in the Rams choosing to pass on trading for the wideout. That’s been the buzz for a minute now, a real point of concern for anyone keeping tabs on the league’s top talent. But Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is having none of it, shutting down those rumors with some serious confidence this week.
Vrabel Fires Back at the Fabricated Stories
For months, Brown and the Patriots’ front office have been working to dismiss these worries. Vrabel made it crystal clear in his Monday press conference, directly addressing the speculation head-on. He wasn’t shy, saying, “I think a lot of things get fabricated, and people tell stories.” He backed that up with full support for his star receiver: “We’re very confident in where he’s at physically. He’s done every single thing. Will he do every single thing? Nope. … But I think he’s gotten off to a really good start, both mentally and physically, and acclimating himself to his team.” That’s a strong statement from the coach. It sounds like Brown is locked in and ready to contribute.
Brown’s Track Record and What’s Next
At 29, Brown’s recent game history shows he’s been on the field. He played 13 games for Philadelphia back in 2024 and then hit 15 games in 2025. Last season, he hauled in 78 passes for a solid 1,003 yards and scored seven touchdowns. Those are real numbers, showing he can produce when healthy. Vrabel’s talk about Brown getting off to a “good start, both mentally and physically” suggests the team sees him prepared to roll for the season. Patriots fans have to be feeling good about that, especially with those past reports lingering. With the season now underway, all eyes are on Brown to see him continue that strong performance and prove those “fabricated stories” wrong.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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