Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown didn’t hold back during a recent talk at a youth center in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, where he criticized NFL players—including some of his own teammates—for their treatment of women. Fresh off helping the Eagles win Super Bowl 59 in February and getting engaged to his longtime girlfriend earlier this month, Brown used his platform to address troubled youth, sharing his own struggles and delivering a raw message about the pitfalls of fame. The three-time Pro Bowler, known for his 2024 stats of 88 receptions, 1,456 yards, and 7 touchdowns, spoke candidly about the dangers of lust and objectification in the league.
Brown, who also gave a commencement speech at the University of Mississippi the previous week, opened up about his past, including borrowing a gun for protection as a teen in Starkville, Mississippi, and facing legal troubles. He warned the kids about the glamorous yet perilous lifestyle of professional athletes, pointing to money and status as catalysts for poor behavior. “These guys that’s in the league getting in trouble with women—they got a fetish with women,” Brown said. “You can get any woman you want. You can pick and choose. Realtime prn. Right? And it’s going to a whole other level because, bro, what prn does to your brain, it desensitizes your brain.” He added, “You may think, ‘Oh man, she looks good.’ No, you’re looking at it as an object, not as a human being.”
The 27-year-old admitted that players sometimes face false accusations but argued that many bring trouble on themselves by dehumanizing women, a problem he links to the NFL’s culture of excess. Brown’s comments come at a time when off-field incidents involving players are making headlines, like the recent brawl involving Antonio Brown at a kickboxing event in Miami, where Brown was seen kicking a security guard and brandishing a firearm. Brown’s speech reflects a broader call for accountability, urging players to rethink their actions and the impact of their status, even as he acknowledged the challenges of navigating fame.
On a brighter note, Brown’s offseason has been filled with personal milestones. He proposed to his girlfriend at a lavish party at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia on May 2, with John Legend performing for guests, including Eagles teammates DeVonta Smith, Jordan Mailata, and Nakobe Dean. As Brown prepares for his upcoming wedding and the 2025 season, his message to the Chester youth—and the NFL—stands out as a plea for growth and respect, both on and off the field. With the Eagles aiming to defend their title, Brown’s leadership could prove as vital as his playmaking.
