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A.J. Brown, born Arthur Juan Brown (though his mother claims his middle name is actually Jauan) on June 30, 1997, is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in the National Football League (NFL).

Early Life and College Career

Brown attended Starkville High School in Starkville, Mississippi, where he excelled in both football and baseball. He was a top recruit and played in both the Under Armour All-America Football Game and the Under Armour All-America Baseball Game. Brown committed to the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) to play both college baseball and football. At Ole Miss, he had a standout career, which led to him being selected by the Tennessee Titans in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft2.

Professional Career

Tennessee Titans (2019-2021)

Brown quickly established himself as a key player for the Titans. In his rookie season, he had 52 receptions for 1,051 yards and 8 touchdowns. His second season was equally impressive, with 70 receptions for 1,075 yards and 11 touchdowns. Despite injuries, including knee surgeries in January 2021, Brown continued to perform well, earning him a ranking of 62nd on the NFL Top 100 Players of 20212.

Philadelphia Eagles (2022-Present)

In 2022, Brown was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. He had a strong debut season with the Eagles, recording 88 receptions for 1,496 yards and 11 touchdowns. This performance earned him a Pro Bowl selection and a ranking of 21st on the NFL Top 100 Players of 202423.

In the 2023 season, Brown set an NFL record by having six consecutive games with at least 125 receiving yards, surpassing the previous record held by Calvin Johnson and Pat Studstill. He finished the season with 106 receptions for 1,456 yards and seven touchdowns. However, he missed the playoffs due to a sprained knee2.

In April 2024, Brown signed a three-year, $96 million contract extension with the Eagles, securing his place with the team through the 2029 season2.

Achievements and Injuries

Brown has been recognized for his performances with multiple Pro Bowl selections and has been ranked highly by his peers in the NFL Top 100 Players list. Despite his success, he has faced several injuries, including knee surgeries and recent issues with a hamstring and a sprained knee23.

Personal

Brown is known for his unique sideline habit of reading books during games, which has garnered significant media attention5.