Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown is known for his no-nonsense attitude, but his blunt response to a question about the offense following their near-loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday has caused a stir in the locker room. When asked what was wrong with the offense, Brown didn’t hold back, responding simply with, “Passing.” His comment, though short, raised more questions than answers, putting a spotlight on an emerging tension with quarterback Jalen Hurts.

The drama didn’t end there. On Monday afternoon, Eagles team captain Brandon Graham, who is sidelined for the season due to a triceps injury, provided more insight into the situation during an appearance on Sports Radio WIP. Graham didn’t mince words when discussing the friction between Brown and Hurts, suggesting there is indeed “bad blood” between the two.

“The Person Complaining Needs to Be Accountable”

Graham emphasized that while he might not know the full details, he feels that Brown needs to step up and take responsibility for his role in the situation. “The person that’s complaining needs to be accountable,” Graham said on his Brandon Graham Show, as quoted by SI. “I’m just being honest… I know 1 [Jalen Hurts] is trying and 11 [A.J. Brown] could be a little better with how he responds to things.”

Graham’s words were a sharp critique of Brown’s public airing of frustrations, implying that the star receiver could approach the situation more constructively. The veteran defender also pointed out that the relationship between Brown and Hurts has clearly changed.

“They Were Friends Before This…”

Adding more context to the situation, Graham revealed that Brown and Hurts were once close, but that things have since shifted. “They was friends before this,” Graham said. “But things have changed, and I understand that because life happens.” While he acknowledged that personal dynamics can change, Graham stressed that business, especially in football, must take priority.

“That’s where we gotta do better,” Graham added. “Because we know it’s an issue. Everybody’s seen some things.” His comments hinted at the visible tension between the two players. Although Graham didn’t fully explain the nature of the conflict, the implications were clear.

The Need for Communication

Despite the growing tension between Brown and Hurts, Graham believes the only way to resolve the issue is through open dialogue. “We need to be able to talk things out as men,” Graham said. “We need to let personal stuff go and let’s get right for this game. Because, man—most of the time it’s just a conversation that needs to be had, but the person with the problem has gotta wanna talk to the person, other than others.”

Graham’s message was direct: if the Eagles want to move past this conflict, it’s on A.J. Brown to take the first step and communicate with Hurts. With the team fighting to stay at the top of the NFC, resolving these personal issues could be pivotal for their success down the stretch. The clock is ticking, and it appears the ball is now in Brown’s court. Will he step up and clear the air with Hurts, or will the rift continue to grow, potentially undermining the Eagles’ playoff hopes?

Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the Eagles’ locker room is watching closely.