New Patriots WR Trade Target Emerges Amid AJ Brown Injury
With star wide receiver A.J. Brown being injured, the New England Patriots should target Los Angeles Chargers' Quentin Johnston.
The New England Patriots have been significantly affected by the absence of their star wide receiver, A.J. Brown. The former first-round pick suffered a high-ankle sprain during their Week 1 game against the Seattle Seahawks and is now sidelined on injured reserve. Brown's earliest return to action is expected to be Week 6, which has prompted the Patriots to consider bolstering their wide receiver position.
Bleacher Report recently highlighted Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston as a potential trade target for the Patriots. With Brown sidelined, the Patriots could certainly benefit from adding another reliable wide receiver to their roster. Johnston has demonstrated his value during his time with the Chargers, tallying six receptions and 64 receiving yards in just three games this season.
Additionally, he has managed to score eight touchdowns over the 2024 and 2025 seasons, further solidifying his status as a valuable asset. If the Patriots decide to pursue Johnston, it would undoubtedly provide their quarterback, Drake Maye, with an extra weapon to rely on in the passing game. It remains to be seen if the Patriots will actively pursue Johnston as they navigate through their challenging season.
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