That’s certainly the case with newly re-signed Lions running back
Brown brings a speed element back into offensive coordinator Scott Linehan’s backfield, something that’s been missing since
Brown played his first two seasons with the Lions in 2009 and 2010 and was one of the fastest players on the roster.
Heading into this regular season, the Lions needed a bigger back to help offset the loss of
But with Best going on Reserve/Injured this week, Brown has a second chance to make a big impression.
“It makes you really humble,” Brown said of being cut. “It really makes you feel like this game isn’t promised. As much as you can get in, easy enough, it’s hard to stay in. There’s a fresh crop coming in every year who’s just as hungry as you are. I feel like before I was let go I was becoming a smarter player and just a better player.”
Brown struggled at times during his first two seasons with the Lions grasping the playbook and picking up blitzes.
But he says that’s a thing of the past and is dedicated to becoming a student of the game, and the Lions playbook.
The benefit for the Lions in signing Brown could be immediate. Much like
He worked out for the Lions, Titans, Eagles, Broncos, Cowboys and Bengals without being signed as a free agent.
Brown says his speed could be a difference-maker for the Lions moving forward.
“When I was here earlier I kind of complimented Jahvid in a lot of ways,” Brown said. “Now that he’s down, I feel like I can contribute and let my speed be a factor.
