AJ Brown stirred up some controversy on Thursday when he changed his Instagram profile picture to legendary quarterback Tom Brady, sparking speculation among Philadelphia Eagles fans. Brown, a wide receiver for the Eagles, also reportedly followed Patriots players Jacoby Brissett and KJ Osborn, further fueling the rumors.
Addressing the uproar, Brown explained that his admiration for Brady and the New England Patriots stemmed from his childhood fandom. He cited Brady’s resilience in the face of doubt and disrespect, particularly in 2015, as a source of inspiration.
In response to criticism, Brown emphasized that his decision to change his profile picture wasn’t meant to be contentious and shouldn’t be blown out of proportion. He defended his admiration for Brady, asserting that the quarterback’s retirement and unparalleled achievements make it a non-issue.
While some Eagles fans speculated about Brown’s potential desire to join the Patriots, he clarified that his gesture was simply an expression of admiration for Brady, whom he considers the greatest quarterback of all time.
