Brief

A.J. Brown cites timing issues after three drops in Patriots’ win over Jets

The wide receiver blamed off‑timing for a rough return from a high‑ankle sprain, despite the Patriots’ win.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:04:23 GMT

A.J. Brown admitted his timing was off after a career‑high three dropped passes in the Patriots’ 26‑19 win over the New York Jets on Sunday.

What happened

Brown returned to the Patriots’ lineup after missing the first four games of the season with a high‑ankle sprain suffered in the opening week against Seattle. In his first game back, he was targeted ten times, catching three for 27 yards and dropping three passes.

What the reports add

Bleacher Report noted that the three drops were the most Brown has ever recorded in a single game, and that the Patriots still secured the win despite the miscues. The New York Post added that one of the missed opportunities was a deep pass from quarterback Drake Maye in the second quarter that could have resulted in a 61‑yard touchdown.

What was said

Brown told reporters, "My timing was off. I'm much better than what I put on display today. There's no excuses. I'll be better," as reported by Bleacher Report. The New York Post quoted him again, saying, "I didn’t play well… I’m much better than what I put on display today, there’s no excuses. I’ll be better." Patriots quarterback Drake Maye said, "First of all, it was great to see him back out there. He looks cool in the huddle… I think there's some [on] me, [and] there's obviously some plays he wished he had back," according to Bleacher Report.

How it came about

Brown’s injury occurred in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks, sidelining him for four games. His return was highlighted in Felo News’ coverage of the Patriots‑Jets game (Jets fall 26‑19 to Patriots), which noted the Patriots improving to 4‑2 while the Jets fell to 2‑4.

Key facts

A.J. Brown dropped three passes, a career high, in the Patriots' 26‑19 win over the Jets. (bleacherreport.com)
Brown missed the first four games of the season with a high‑ankle sprain. (nypost.com)
He was targeted ten times and caught three for 27 yards. (nypost.com)