Reported by NFL REPORTS | June 12, 2025
Philadelphia, PA — The fallout from the Tennessee Titans’ decision to waive star wide receiver Xavier Restrepo has reached beyond Nashville, drawing reactions from across the NFL — including from former Titans Pro Bowl receiver A.J. Brown.
Shortly after the news broke via NFL REPORTS, A.J. Brown, now a star with the Philadelphia Eagles, took to social media to voice his frustration over his former team’s handling of the situation.
“Same story, different player… Can’t say I’m surprised. Some things never change. SMH.”
— A.J. Brown via X (formerly Twitter)
🔥 A History of Star Receiver Fallout in Tennessee
Brown’s comments strike a nerve with Titans fans and NFL analysts, given his own tumultuous exit from Tennessee in 2022. The Titans traded Brown to the Eagles following failed contract negotiations — a move that, at the time, sparked heavy criticism and has since been viewed by many as one of the franchise’s biggest missteps in recent years.
Now, history appears to be repeating itself with Restrepo.
Brown’s “same story, different player” remark echoes a sentiment shared by many around the league: Tennessee has struggled to retain top offensive talent, particularly at the wide receiver position.
📉 Titans Under Fire
Restrepo’s departure, combined with Brian Callahan’s controversial offensive shift, is fueling speculation about deeper dysfunction within the Titans’ leadership. Brown’s reaction only adds fuel to the fire, as fans and former players continue to question the organization’s direction.
Veteran NFL analyst Ryan Clark responded to Brown’s post live on NFL Live, stating:
“When former stars like A.J. Brown are saying this publicly, it tells you everything you need to know about how players feel about the Tennessee Titans right now.”
📅 What’s Next?
With Restrepo now expected to hit waivers in the coming days, teams across the league are preparing offers should he clear. Meanwhile, the Titans front office remains silent, offering no formal response to Brown’s pointed comments or the growing criticism.
For Tennessee, the upcoming season — already viewed as a rebuilding year under Callahan — now carries the added burden of repairing both internal trust and external reputation.
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