PHILADELPHIA — As the Eagles prepare to face the Dallas Cowboys, wide receiver A.J. Brown was asked Thursday about speculation he’s no longer the same elite player — and his blunt response suggested he’s not in the mood for that narrative.

“I guess Saquon (Barkley) ain’t the same player either then,” Brown said at NovaCare Complex, referencing the running back’s stats, which are also down this year. “Y’all don’t believe that. I don’t got no comment about that. I don’t care about that.”

The numbers tell a nuanced story. In nine games this season, Brown has caught 38 passes for 457 yards and three touchdowns — averages of 12.0 yards per catch — placing him tied for 45th in receptions and tied for 47th in receiving yards in the league. Offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo and quarterback Jal

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