What happened: New England Patriots receiver A.J. Brown will be in Foxboro on Wednesday to take his physical, according to Albert Breer. Once he passes, his trade to New England will be finalized.

Why it matters: The move formalizes a swap that has dominated Patriots headlines for weeks, adding a proven No. 1 target to a reshaped New England receiver group ahead of the 2026 season. It is the final step in a trade that sends Brown to the Patriots.

What to watch: Watch for the physical to clear and an official team announcement, which would let Brown begin practicing with New England in OTAs.