A post–A.J. Brown era in Philadelphia could begin after June 1.

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The writing has been on the wall for months, with multiple reports revealing that Brown is seeking a trade while the Eagles listen to offers.

Philadelphia has not committed to Brown returning in 2026 and reshaped its wide receiver room this offseason with the acquisitions of starting wideouts Dontayvion Wicks and Marquise “Hollywood” Brown. Those additions will make it easier for the Eagles to move on from A.J. Brown.

In a scenario where Brown does not return next season, DeVonta Smith would become Philadelphia’s top wide receiver, while Wicks and Hollywood Brown compete for the other two starting jobs.

The Eagles could make one potential final move in next week’s draft to prepare for a future without A.J. Brown: selecting a wide receiver in the first three rounds.

Having decent wide receiver depth gives Philadelphia an opportunity to address other key needs in the first round, but make no mistake: the position still needs to be addressed with a premium pick. Wicks is a talented but inconsistent commodity, and Hollywood Brown’s best days are behind him.

Wicks could play in the slot if the Eagles draft an outside wide receiver, or the team could draft a slot wideout to push Hollywood Brown. Finding another dynamic playmaker could help Philadelphia’s offense move forward without A.J. Brown.

If the Eagles don’t take a wide receiver in the first round, here are 10 wideouts they could target on Day 2 of the draft:

Germie Bernard (Alabama)

2025 stats: 64 catches for 862 yards and 7 touchdowns

Bernard is one of the safest prospects in the entire 2026 class. He’s not spectacular in any area, but he is good at everything— route running, hands and yards after catch. He is a tall wideout (6-1, 209 pounds) and has decent speed (4.48). Bernard’s average explosiveness could limit him to a possession wide receiver role. He can play in the slot or on the outside.

The Eagles have already acquired that skill set with Wicks and could look to add something different in the draft. Bernard likely won’t rank at the top of their list if that’s the case.

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - Wide receiver Germie Bernard #5 of the Alabama Crimson Tide. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images)Getty ImagesChris Bell (Louisville)

2025 stats: 72 catches for 917 yards and 6 touchdowns

Calling Bell the next A.J. Brown would be unfair, but there are some similarities. Bell has a similar build to Brown at 6-2, 220 pounds. He also plays the same brand of football, bullying cornerbacks before and after the catch with great strength and using elite explosiveness to turn short routes like crossers into long touchdowns. Bell could have snuck into the first round if he hadn’t suffered a torn ACL in the final month of the 2025 season.

LOUISVILLE, KY - Louisville Cardinals WR Chris Bell (0 (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesAntonio Williams (Clemson)

2025 stats: 55 catches for 604 yards and 4 touchdowns

Williams could carve out a role in Philadelphia’s offense as a slot wideout. The undersized pass catcher (5-11½, 187 pounds) uses his dynamic short-area quickness and swift movements to create separation. His strong hands and body control help him pull down tough catches.

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesMalachi Fields (Notre Dame)

2025 stats: 36 catches for 360 yards and 5 touchdowns

Fields is an enormous pass catcher (6-4½, 218 pounds) who snags 50/50 balls and high-points difficult catches over defensive backs. His underwhelming speed (4.61 40-yard dash) and inability to create consistent separation could hold him back.

Notre Dame wide receiver Will Pauling (2) celebrates with teammates Billy Schrauth, left, and Malachi Fields (0) after catching a touchdown pass during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)APTed Hurst (Georgia State)

2025 stats: 71 catches for 1,004 yards and 6 touchdowns

Hurst didn’t face much NFL competition in college, which will cause him to drop to Day 2 of the draft. He is one of the best candidates to outplay his draft slot. He’s big (6-4, 206 pounds), fast and explosive. He burns cornerbacks downfield on go-balls and creates extra yards after the catch.

Ted Hurst could be one of the steals of the draft.APDe’Zhaun Stribling (Ole Miss)

2025 stats: 55 catches for 811 yards and 6 touchdowns

Stribling enters the league with a tremendous ceiling. He possesses great size (6-2, 207 pounds) and speed (4.36 40-yard dash), making him difficult to cover downfield and over the middle.

Mississippi wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (1) is pursued by Tulane defensive back Armani Cargo (14) after catching a pass in the first half of the first round of the NCAA College Football Playoff, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, in Oxford, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)APBrenen Thompson (Mississippi State)

2025 stats: 57 catches for 1,054 yards and 6 touchdowns

Thompson ran the fastest 40 time (4.26) at the NFL Combine among wide receivers, and it shows on tape when he gets over the top of SEC secondaries. He could be a dangerous deep threat in the NFL.

Brenen Thompson #0 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs scores a touchdown during the first half against Malik Muhammad #5 of the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium on October 25, 2025 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)Getty Images

Bryce Lance (North Dakota State)

2025 stats: 51 catches for 1,079 yards and 8 touchdowns

Lance is one of the most physically gifted wide receivers in this draft—he is 6-3, 204 pounds and ran a 4.34 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. He tracks the ball well on deep passes and made a lot of plays against weaker competition. The question is whether that will translate to the NFL.

North Dakota State wide receiver Bryce Lance gestures after making a catch against Montana State during the second half of the FCS Championship NCAA college football game, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, in Frisco, Texas. North Dakota State won 35-32. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)APChris Brazzell II (Tennessee)

2025 stats: 62 catches for 1,017 yards and 9 touchdowns

Brazzell joins the list of freaky wide receivers in this draft who have unique upside. The 6-4, 198-pounder is an outstanding vertical target, using his 4.37 speed to burn past cornerbacks.

Chris Brazzell II would give the Browns a big downfield target.APZachariah Branch (Georgia)

2025 stats: 81 catches for 811 yards and 6 touchdowns

Branch’s elite speed (4.35 40-yard dash time) was underutilized in Georgia’s offense. He was limited to screens and other underneath passing concepts. The Eagles could maximize his athleticism and playmaking ability by getting him downfield more.

Is Georgia's Zachariah Branch an answer for the Browns if they're looking for easy yards?AP

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