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Behind the Steel Curtain fantasy football takes on A.J. Brown
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NegativeInjurySep 15, 2026
AJ Brown, the Patriots' top receiver, landed on injured reserve after suffering a high ankle sprain against Seattle in Week 1, removing their leading pass-catcher from the Week 2 matchup against Pittsburgh.NegativeInjurySep 10, 2026
It looks highly unlikely that A.J. Brown will play in Week 2 against Pittsburgh, meaning New England's receiving corps will be without its best weapon. This absence directly impacts the Patriots' offensive threat level and provides the Steelers an opportunity to stack the box and dare Drake Maye to throw.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
Ryan Parish cites AJ Brown's acquisition by the Patriots as a key offseason move that elevates Drake Maye's MVP potential; Brown is positioned as a bona fide alpha receiver at the top of the Patriots' receiving corps, replacing the traded-away Keyshonn Boutte and Mack Hollins.