Patriots Writer Identifies What Could Take New England Out Of Trading For A.J. Brown originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Patriots might be pursuing a trade for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J.

Brown, but it's unlikely that any deal will go through until after June 1.If the Eagles decide to trade Brown before June 2, they would face a hefty dead cap hit of $43 million this season. However, if they make the trade after the first, that hit would drop to around $16 million.The main concern with the Patriots trading for Brown after June 1 is that it would occur after the NFL draft. If New England doesn't believe it can secure Brown for sure, drafting a receiver in the first round could be a viable option.Patriots reporter Greg Bedard believes that if New England selects a wide receiver in either the first or second round of the draft, it might affect its chances of acquiring Brown."If the Patriots draft a wide receiver at 31, arguably also in the second round, I think that takes them out of A.J.

Brown," Bedard said Tuesday on Patriots on CLNS. "You're gonna invest a first-round pick or trade up to get a wide receiver, you signed Romeo Doubs, AND you're gonna get A.J. Brown? Sorry, I don't buy it!"It will be interesting to see how the Patriots approach the draft, and if they decide to take a receiver early, there’s a good chance Brown won’t be heading to New England.More NFL: Patriots' Mike Vrabel Won't Speak To Media Until NFL Draft