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Titans Player of the Week: Zach Brown

BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA - NOVEMBER 17:  Quarterback Logan Thomas #3 of the Virginia Tech Hokies runs with the ball as linebacker Zach Brown #47 of the North Carolina Tar Heels chases at Lane Stadium on November 17, 2011 in Blacksburg, Virginia.
BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA - NOVEMBER 17: Quarterback Logan Thomas #3 of the Virginia Tech Hokies runs with the ball as linebacker Zach Brown #47 of the North Carolina Tar Heels chases at Lane Stadium on November 17, 2011 in Blacksburg, Virginia.


With their second pick, the Titans selected Zach Brown, linebacker from North Carolina. No, he isn't the country singer. He is new linebacker for the Tennessee Titans.

Let's delve into the pick of Zach Brown.

Statistics

  • Led his team in tackles with 105 tackles in 12 games- 13.5 of which were for a loss
  • He also nailed 5.5 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 3 interceptions.
  • First-Team All ACC in his senior year
  • He finished his college career with 230 tackles, and 6 interceptions
    (UNC Website)
  • He can run a 40-yard dash in 4.3 seconds
    (dni)

Personal Facts

  • He was born on October 23, 1989 in Columbia, Maryland.
  • He stands a 6'1" and weighs 244 pounds.
    (Wiki)
  • As far as my research shows, he has never been arrested... high character pick #2

Expectations

Zach Brown has been selected for a reason. Many of us were angered by the pick because Konz was still on the board; however, he wasn't the right pick. Zach Brown was the pick because this is now a passing league where teams want to use explosive two-tight end packages. The Colts have drafted to achieve this, as many other teams have too; thus, teams need to have linebackers that can cover those big and fast tight ends. That is where Brown comes in. His speed and coverage abilities make him a Day 1 starter for the Titans. He will be expected to cover the Gronkmonster in Week , and he will do it well!