Entering 2005:
Staked claim to the starting berth at left guard with his steady play in spring practice...possesses game-playing experience earned as a backup...a senior who will be counted upon for leadership.
2005:
Has started every game at left guard...overcomes nagging shoulder and knee injuries to perform on the field.
2004:
Saw action in six games as a reserve on the offensive line...served as a backup to All-Conference USA choice Kyle Takavitz at left guard...saw considerable action at right guard in the East Carolina game...earned his first letter.
2003:
Played in the first three games as a backup at left guard...knee injury suffered vs. Temple required surgery and sidelined him for the remainder of the season.
2002:
Saw action in three games as a reserve on the offensive line, playing in wins over Temple, Memphis and Houston. . . made the travel squad for four other road games.
2001:
Redshirted as an offensive guard. . . made the travel unit for the Motor City Bowl.
High School:
First team all-state selection by the Associated Press as a senior at Strongsville High, playing for coach Russ Jacques. . . helped team to a 10-2 record and the second round of the state playoffs as a senior. . . one of 22 players named to the Best of the Best squad by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, honoring the top players in the Cleveland area. . . received team's Jerry Younger award, given to the player who exemplifies the most courage and love for the game. . . all-conference and all-district choice as both a junior and senior. . . four-year starter in football and lettered twice in basketball.
Personal:
Born Oct. 30, 1982 in Fremont, Ohio. . . son of Richard and Marilyn Brown. . . has two older sisters. . . Bearcat Scholar (3.0 GPA) during 2002 spring quarter. . . marketing major.
