A.J. Brown’s Earns High Praise From Patriots: ‘Closest Thing I’ve Seen Is Gronk’

A.J. Brown turned heads at his first Patriots practice, with OC Josh McDaniels likening his physical play to Rob Gronkowski.
The move reunites Brown with coach Mike Vrabel, who expects him to be a major red‑zone/physical weapon.
Brown — a six‑time 1,000‑yard receiver in seven seasons — called the trade “close to heaven” as he settles in with New England.