Milton Williams' blunt take on A.J. Brown possibly joining Patriots

May 27, 2026 - 18:39

New England Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams didn't mince words when asked about the possibility of star wide receiver A.J. Brown joining the team. In a recent interview, Williams offered a blunt assessment of what Brown could bring to the offense.

"I mean, yeah, that would definitely help," Williams said with a shrug. "You put a guy like that on the field, defenses have to account for him every single play. It opens up everything for everybody else."

The comments come amid ongoing speculation about the Patriots' need for a true number one receiver. Brown, currently under contract with the Philadelphia Eagles, has been the subject of trade rumors in recent weeks. While Williams stopped short of saying he expects a deal to happen, he made it clear that adding a player of Brown's caliber would be a game-changer for a New England offense that has struggled to find consistency.

Williams, who joined the Patriots as a third-round pick in 2021, has seen firsthand how a dominant receiver can transform an attack. He noted that facing Brown in practice would also make the defense better. "Iron sharpens iron," Williams added. "If we had to go against him every day in camp, it would only make us tougher on Sundays."

For now, the Patriots continue to evaluate their options ahead of the trade deadline. But Williams' honest take reflects a sentiment shared by many in the locker room: a proven playmaker like Brown could be the missing piece.