New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is showing support for his former quarterback, Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts, following a frightening blood clot diagnosis that will keep him off the football field.

Hurts was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli after further medical evaluations revealed blood clots in his lungs. The diagnosis is expected to end his 2026 season, leaving the Eagles without their starting quarterback as they look to turn their season around.

Brown, who was traded from Philadelphia to New England, shared a heartfelt message about Hurts and his health situation.

AJ Brown says he has a lot of love and respect for Jalen Hurts and is praying for him

“He’s a tough guy. He can handle anything” pic.twitter.com/k0USqklpve

— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) October 20, 2026

“It's a tough situation. I got a lot of love for him. Praying for him. I didn't know how serious it was,” Brown said, via Eliot Shorr-Parks. “He's a tough guy. He can handle anything. It's a lot of love and respect.”

The message serves as a reminder that the relationship between the two former teammates extends beyond football. Brown and Hurts spent multiple seasons together in Philadelphia, building a connection that helped the Eagles reach the Super Bowl and win a championship.

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Although Brown is now with the Patriots, his departure from Philadelphia has not changed the respect he has for Hurts. A trade can separate teammates on the field, but it does not erase the relationships they built during their time together.

The focus now shifts to Hurts' recovery. The Eagles and his agent have expressed optimism about his prognosis, stating that he is clinically stable and that a full recovery is expected. He will undergo treatment with blood thinners and remain away from contact football activities until medically cleared.

Hurts' health is far more important than football, and the hope is that he can make a full recovery and return to the field next season. Brown's message reflects the support surrounding the Eagles quarterback as he faces a difficult situation away from the game.