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Brigid Kennedy

Eagles' Howie Roseman Details Behind-the-Scenes of A.J. Brown Draft Night Trade

Roseman's comments came during an appearance on the "Bussin With The Boys" podcast. | Howie Roseman, Bussin With The Boys

One Super Bowl win later, it's hard to imagine the Eagles without wide receiver A.J. Brown, even though he only arrived in Philadelphia three seasons ago ... and in what will be regarded as one of the most lopsided trades in history.

As the story goes: On draft night in 2022, Eagles GM Howie Roseman handed the 18th and 101st overall picks over to the Titans, who gave up Brown in return. The Titans then used the 18th pick to draft receiver Treylon Burks, whom they released during training camp this season. Brown, meanwhile, is still a top target for Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and continues to excel in Philly's offense. Boom—Roseman magic.

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