In a disappointing turn of events for the Philadelphia Eagles, star wide receiver A.J. Brown has revealed that he is expected to miss "a couple of weeks" due to a hamstring injury. This announcement came following the Eagles' heartbreaking 22-21 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons.

Brown's injury first surfaced on the Eagles' injury report on Friday when he experienced discomfort during practice. His condition worsened, leading him to miss practice on Saturday, and the team subsequently ruled him out of the game on Sunday. While the exact duration of his recovery is still uncertain, there are speculations that the team may consider placing him on injured reserve if the situation does not improve.

The talented 27-year-old wide receiver had a phenomenal season last year, registering 1,456 receiving yards, marking his second consecutive season with over 1,400 yards, alongside seven touchdown receptions. Earlier this year, Brown secured a lucrative three-year contract extension worth $96 million, which briefly positioned him as the highest-paid wide receiver in the league and will keep him with the Eagles through the 2029 season.

In the season opener against the Green Bay Packers in Brazil, Brown made a significant impact, leading his team with 119 receiving yards and a touchdown. However, Brown’s absence will now put additional pressure on quarterback Jalen Hurts to find alternative targets, particularly DeVonta Smith. Smith has already shown promise, contributing 84 yards on seven catches in the previous game against the Packers and scoring the Eagles' first touchdown in their latest matchup against the Falcons.

The Eagles have now experienced two close games so far this season, with their latest loss coming after a remarkable game-winning drive orchestrated by Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins. Despite the setback, the Eagles will need to swiftly pivot their strategy as they navigate the next few weeks without one of their key offensive playmakers.

With both teams now holding a record of 1-1 for the season, the Eagles will be looking to regroup and capitalize on their next opportunity. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how they adjust their game plan in Brown's absence, and who will step up to fill the void left by the star receiver. Stay tuned for updates on A.J. Brown's recovery and the Eagles' upcoming games!