​The New England Patriots’ trade for A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles was a big talking point this NFL offseason. His addition gives Drake Maye another weapon as the team looks to go a step further after a Super Bowl appearance.The NFL posted the veteran wide receiver’s photos wearing New England’s No. 1 jersey. The first showed Brown holding the football with both hands, while the other was with his helmet on.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMORE: AJ Brown gets New England Patriots jersey number, ditches No. 11It received mixed fan reactions, with some expressing excitement. However, others poked fun at Brown in his new threads.“Man looks like he just got drafted by Kohl’s Sporting Goods,” one reaction read.“A.J. Brown as the new No. 1 in New England? Patriots just got their guy,” a fan said.“Has a promising season ahead of him,” one user commented.“RIP New England,” posted another.“Pats fans are ready to embrace a new era. The future in Foxborough is starting to take shape,” one fan wrote.“Drake Maye just got another weapon,” a comment read.Brown appeared and started 15 games for the Eagles. He recorded 78 receptions for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns. Speculation about frustration due to a reduced role and not getting along well with some teammates emerged and led to his trade.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWith a fresh start at Foxborough, Brown has a chance to prove that he remains one of the best wideouts on the NFL. Fans look forward to his first game for the Patriots, which is set for Sept. 9 against the Seattle Seahawks.