The Patriots currently lead the AFC East with a 4-2 record, making them one of the top contenders in the NFL this season. Given New England’s surprising success, it will likely look for opportunities to bring in new talent at the trade deadline instead of offloading players.

One aspect New England must focus on improving is its wide receiver position. Former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski recently recommended that the team consider making a trade for Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown.

“Another darkhorse everyone has been talking about is A.J. Brown, but that’s been news for a long time, going to the Patriots since he’s a long-time fan buying Julian Edelman and Tom Brady’s jerseys in the offseason,” Gronkowski said Wednesday on Fanduel’s “Up & Adams”.

Brown has expressed frust

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