In a recent face-off at Landover, Maryland, the remarkable performance of Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown evoked memories of the legendary Calvin Johnson, famously known as Megatron. During the encounter with the Washington Commanders, Brown continued his streak of stellar showings, having previously recorded a minimum of 125 receiving yards in five consecutive games—a distinction shared only with Johnson post the AFL-NFL merger.
The echoes of Megatron’s legacy were particularly resonant during a pivotal moment in the late second quarter. The Eagles, positioned at the Commanders‘ 16-yard line, saw an opportunity to narrow the score gap. As quarterback Jalen Hurts retreated on the first down, he hurled the football towards the left corner of the end zone. Despite the tight coverage by Benjamin St-Juste, allowing a mere 0.7 yards of separation, Brown showcased a blend of agility and precision reminiscent of Johnson. With a spectacular one-handed leap, he seized the ball from the air and landed gracefully, trimming down Washington’s lead to a mere four points.
This wasn’t an isolated display of Brown’s prowess. Since the onset of the previous season, he has amassed 12 touchdowns from 15 or more yards out, a feat parallelled only by Las Vegas Raiders’ Davante Adams. Brown’s burgeoning reputation is not just a boon for the Eagles, but also a thrilling spectacle for football fans, offering a blend of nostalgia for Megatron’s era and excitement for the feats yet to come.