PHLY Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

Can Makai Lemon, DeVonta Smith Allow Eagles To Move Past A.J. Brown? | PHLY Eagles Podcast

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May 4, 2026
They unpack how DeVonta Smith and rookie Makai Lemon might reshape the Eagles’ wide receiver room without A.J. Brown. Early rookie minicamp impressions spotlight athletic standouts like Uar Bernard and Eli Stowers. They debate locker room dynamics, quarterback decision-making over the middle, and surprising offensive-line and coaching adjustments. The show closes with roster depth questions and light offseason chatter.
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ANECDOTE

Reporters Watched AJ At His Youth Football Camp

  • EJ Smith attended A.J. Brown's youth football camp and used it to assess tone and community impact.
  • He reported Brown ran Eagles Chance activities and signed off by thanking fans, showing community engagement despite trade drama.
INSIGHT

AJ Brown Exit Appears More Amicable Than It Feels

  • The breakup with A.J. Brown feels more amicable than headlines suggest.
  • EJ Smith observed Brown embracing Eagles Chance and thanking fans at his youth camp, indicating limited vitriol and a likely mutual, practical split.
INSIGHT

Eagles Held Trade Talks Until Offseason To Preserve Value

  • The Eagles likely delayed any in-season trade while signaling they'd work toward a move in the offseason.
  • Bo Wulf explains Brown told the team he wanted out last season and the Eagles kept his trade value intact by waiting until the offseason.
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