RH After the Eagles’ first loss of the season, star wide receiver A.J. Brown just dropped a cryptic post that’s sending shockwaves through the NFL — and Steelers fans are losing it! Brown posted three words that lit up social media: “New city. New fire.”

The Philadelphia Eagles’ first loss of the season may have exposed more than just flaws in their offense — it might have revealed a brewing rift inside the locker room.

After falling 17–21 to the Denver Broncos in Week 5, frustrations spilled into the open when star wide receiver — visibly emotional on the sideline — took to social media hours after the game, posting:

“Sometimes, loyalty isn’t enough. Sometimes, you just want to feel wanted.”

That player, A.J. Brown, has now become the center of a developing storm in Philadelphia. Multiple league insiders confirmed that Brown privately expressed interest in a trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers — a move he reportedly sees as a “fresh start” alongside former college teammate DK Metcalf, under a more pass-oriented system.

Brown’s dissatisfaction has been mounting since the start of the season. Despite the Eagles’ 4-1 record, his usage has dropped sharply, with just 16 receptions through five games. The team’s heavy reliance on the run game has left him increasingly frustrated with his role in Nick Sirianni’s offense.

“I respect what we’re building here, but I’m a competitor,” Brown told reporters briefly in the locker room after the loss. “When you feel like you’re not being used to your full potential, it eats at you.”

The Steelers, meanwhile, are reportedly monitoring the situation closely. After trading George Pickens to the Cowboys, Pittsburgh has been searching for a dynamic wide receiver to pair with DK Metcalf and give Aaron Rodgers another weapon.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni declined to comment on Brown’s remarks but emphasized unity, saying, “We win together, we lose together. Emotions run high, but our focus is still on the next game.”

Still, tensions in Philadelphia are undeniable. What began as a disappointing Sunday loss could now ignite one of the season’s biggest trade sagas — one that could shake both the Eagles and Steelers before the midseason deadline.

Steelers Star Agrees to Restructure, Saving Team $8 Million in Salary Cap Space

The Pittsburgh Steelers have executed a financial adjustment designed to improve roster flexibility while preserving the strength of their defense. By reworking one of their core contracts, the team has opened valuable room under the 2025 salary cap.

With the front office always balancing short-term needs and long-term planning, this move provides space to address potential roster additions on offense. The organization has been evaluating options at quarterback depth and running back, particularly after Najee Harris’s departure, making immediate cap savings especially useful.

That player is Alex Highsmith, the 27-year-old pass rusher who forms one of the NFL’s most feared edge tandems alongside T.J. Watt. Highsmith is under contract through 2027, carrying a 2025 cap hit projected between $15–18 million. His long-term deal and consistent production made him a natural candidate for restructuring.

By converting a large portion of his base salary into a signing bonus, Pittsburgh is expected to save between

$7–8 million on this year’s cap. That relief can be directed toward bolstering offensive depth without jeopardizing the team’s defensive identity.

Highsmith has been a steady force since his breakout season, pairing double-digit sack potential with strong run defense. His age and stability lower the risk of pushing money into future years, a trade-off the Steelers are comfortable making to maintain competitiveness.

For the franchise, the move underscores a familiar strategy: maintain the defensive core while creating room to keep the roster balanced. For Highsmith, the adjustment doesn’t touch guaranteed earnings, only the structure of payouts across the contract’s life.

The Steelers now enter 2025 with greater financial flexibility and their defensive anchor still intact. In a division as tight as the AFC North, that combination could prove decisive when the season stretches into December.