India, June 3 -- The long-rumored transfer of AJ Brown to the Patriots was completed on Monday, bringing the veteran wideout back together with Mike Vrabel in a move that had appeared inevitable for days.

Details of the trade compensation later emerged, with reports indicating the Eagles acquired a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round selection from the Patriots in exchange for Brown.

Just a day after the blockbuster deal became official, Brown suited up for his first practice in New England, joining the team he had long envisioned representing during his youth, ESPN reported.

The All-Pro pass catcher is set for a jersey change as well, with reports indicating he will don No. 1 for the Patriots after wearing No. 11 during his y...