Chase Brown Profile

By: Lucas Kochevar

#2 Chase Brown, Illinois, 5’9’’ 209 lbs.

• 1,643 Yds, 10 TDs
• Games Watched: Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota

Film Thoughts: Handles himself well in trouble, keeps his legs active when moving. Doesn’t shy away from defenders. Does well cutting up field with authority and speed. Has good speed with good acceleration. Has a solid stiff arm but doesn’t use it that much. Patient runner and waits for the hole to open. Decent receiver and route runner. Finds the creases and runs in long strides. Doesn’t have power or strength to move piles. Good at finding running lanes down field.
 
Chase Brown was a consistent performer for the Fighting Illini in 2022 and often put-up high numbers. Brown strikes me as the most well-rounded running back outside of Bijan Robinson. He takes big, long strides and makes quick decisions in traffic. His decisiveness with his cuts is very good as it helps him reach the second level with conviction. I think his patience is also a big strength of his and that helps with the decisions I mentioned earlier. I think he has a good stiff arm and good speed. The acceleration isn’t exceptional but his ability to hit cuts quickly helps cover that up. He doesn’t have much power in his running, but he is effective as a pass catcher. I think Brown can be an great option on day two or day three and work his way into a starting role during the season.

Sources: Image via Charles Rex Arbogast, AP