Byard: A.J. Brown changes how you play defense

Patriots safety Kevin Byard stated that A.J. Brown's presence significantly alters defensive strategy. Byard, who previously played with Brown and faced Justin Jefferson, explained that defenders must consistently identify Brown's location on the field. He noted that Brown's ability to excel on specific routes and break tackles necessitates different coverage approaches, such as using cloud coverage to avoid one-on-one matchups. Brown's impact is expected to create favorable matchups for quarterback Drake Maye.