Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni backs WR A.J. Brown after drops, sideline spat

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni defended wide receiver A.J. Brown following a poor performance in the team's 23-19 Wild Card Weekend loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Brown had three catches for 25 yards on seven targets, with two drops and a missed opportunity on a crucial 3rd-and-5 in the final drive. Sirianni emphasized Brown's typically reliable hands and acknowledged the impact of windy conditions during the game.

A sideline disagreement between Sirianni and Brown occurred in the second quarter after Brown and left tackle Jordan Mailata were slow to exit the field. Sirianni described the interaction as a typical in-game emotional exchange, reiterating his strong relationship with Brown. Brown did not speak to reporters post-game.

Brown, who expressed frustration throughout the season, finished with 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns on 78 catches in 15 regular-season games. With ongoing frustrations and postseason struggles, speculation regarding Brown's future with the Eagles may increase as the 2026