A.J. Brown Announces He Wants to Stay with the Eagles Even If It Means Taking a Pay Cut – “But If Jalen Hurts Is Here, I Won’t Be”
A.J. Brown Announces He Wants to Stay with the Eagles Even If It Means Taking a Pay Cut – “But If Jalen Hurts Is Here, I Won’t Be”
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The tension inside the Philadelphia Eagles locker room has reportedly reached a breaking point, as star wide receiver A.J. Brown has made a shocking statement: he’s willing to take a pay cut to stay in Philadelphia, but he refuses to play alongside quarterback Jalen Hurts any longer.

According to multiple sources close to the team, Brown has grown increasingly frustrated with Hurts, citing a breakdown in communication and trust that has been brewing since early in the season. Once one of the league’s most electric duos, their relationship has reportedly deteriorated — fueled by disagreements over play-calling, leadership, and how the ball is being distributed on offense.
Despite the turmoil, Brown has made it clear he doesn’t want to leave the Eagles — the team he calls his “second home.” However, he feels that the bond between him and Hurts has reached a point of no return.
In a heartfelt statement, A.J. Brown was quoted saying:
“I love this city, I love the fans, and I love what the Eagles stand for. If I have to take a pay cut to stay, I will. But I can’t keep going when there’s no trust between me and Jalen. Football is a game built on trust — and when that’s gone, everything else falls apart.”
The remark has sent shockwaves through the Eagles community, dividing fans right down the middle. Some remain loyal to Hurts, viewing him as the franchise cornerstone, while others believe Brown is simply speaking out after being emotionally and professionally sidelined.
Head coach Nick Sirianni has declined to comment publicly, while team executives are reportedly scrambling behind the scenes to de-escalate the situation before it spirals out of control.
For now, one question looms larger than any upcoming matchup: between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown — who will leave Philadelphia first?













