San Diego Chargers
Ronnie Brown - #30 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 0"/ 230 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/12/1981 |
| Birthplace | Rome, GA |
| College | Auburn |
| Years played | 9 |
| Drafted | 2005, 1st round, 2nd pick by Dolphins |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 46 | 220 | 0 |
Chargers RB Brown could be wise pickup
In the season-opening edition of PFW's Fantasy Ticker, we make the case for picking up Chargers RB Ronnie Brown sooner than later.
Chargers sign veteran RB Brown
The Chargers agreed to a one-year deal with veteran RB Ronnie Brown, the team announced on Friday.
Ronnie Brown takes trade breakdown in stride
Ronnie Brown was looking forward to more opportunities in Detroit, but he's back in Philly after the trade was voided.
Lions shuffle RB plans once again
Following a concussion to starter Jahvid Best and a voided trade, the Lions are adjusting at running back once again.
Report: RB Harrison has brain tumor
The deadline-day trade between the Lions and the Eagles that was to have swapped RBs Jerome Harrison and Ronnie Brown was voided because it was discovered that Harrison has a brain tumor.
Lions start practice without RBs Best and Brown
The Lions started practice Wednesday without Jahvid Best, who is out with concussion-like symptoms.
Lions acquire veteran RB Brown from Eagles
The Lions, needing insurance for their rushing attack, have acquired RB Ronnie Brown from the Eagles.
The three commandments of draft day
Draft day dos and don'ts plus the Steelers' favorable schedule makes Ben Roethlisberger an attractive fantasy starting option at quarterback.
Eagles sign former Dolphins RB Brown
The Eagles added yet another veteran on Tuesday, signing former Dolphins RB Ronnie Brown to a one-year deal.
The origin and future of the 'Wildcat'
The 'Wildcat' formation came to the NFL nearly three years ago, and while defenses are learning how to stop it, athletic players are coming into the league each year to keep it alive.
Dolphins trade up and fill team's biggest need
Their draft isn't flashy, but the Dolphins are 2-for-2 in selecting players who can start at positions of need.
Dolphins will keep running, could add a speedy back
Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano referenced a certain Lions back who had a successful rookie campaign, maybe hinting at who the Dolphins will look for to fill the need at RB.
Without Lee, it's up to Daboll to continue 'Wildcat'
David Lee, who brought the "Wildcat" to the NFL, doesn't foresee the Dolphins continuing to use the formation, unless they have the right guy to run it, and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll could keep it in Miami.
Dolphins' backfield could get makeover in 2011
With Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams both being free agents, the Dolphins' backfield could see some new faces in 2011, possibly drafting Alabama's Mark Ingram.
Bears-Dolphins matchup of the day: Monday
After shutting down Adrian Peterson in Week 10, the Bears are charged with the less daunting task of stuffing Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams.
PLAYER NEWS
The San Diego Chargers made deals with two running backs Friday, agreeing to a two-year contract with former New England Patriots Danny Woodhead and a one-year deal to bring back Brown.|||||||
Brown played in 14 games for the Bolts last season, starting one. He rushed for 220 yards on 46 carries and tied for second on the team with 49 receptions for 371 yards.
Brown only recorded 17 yards on four carries against Cleveland on Sunday, but he also caught a season-high seven balls for 85 yards.|||||||
Brown's seven catches were his most since making nine in another game against Cleveland in 2007. The 85 yards were also his second-highest career receiving total, as he racked up 99 receiving yards on Sept. 23, 2007, against the Jets. Brown is San Diego's second-leading receiver with 257 yards on 27 receptions.
The Chargers have agreed to a one-year deal with Brown.|||||||
The 6-foot, 230-pound Brown ran for 136 yards and a touchdown last season while backing up LeSean McCoy with the Philadelphia Eagles. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2005 NFL draft, Brown spent his first six seasons with the Miami Dolphins.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded Brown to the Detroit Lions for running back Jerome Harrison and an undisclosed draft pick in 2013.|||||||
Brown had only 13 carries for 38 yards with the Eagles. His fumble against San Francisco cost last-place Philadelphia a win.
The Eagles agreed to contract terms Tuesday with Brown, who spent his first six seasons with the Dolphins.|||||||
The 29-year-old Brown rushed for 4,815 yards and 36 touchdowns and caught 184 passes for 1,491 yards with Miami. He ran for 1,000 yards in 2006 and made his only Pro Bowl team in 2008. Before adding Brown, the Eagles' only experienced running backs were starter LeSean McCoy, who ran for 1,080 yards and caught 70 passes last year, and Eldra Buckley, who has just 36 carries in two years with the Eagles.
