Brown Has the It Factor at Auburn | Birmingham News

0:00Former Auburn head coach Jean Chizek is talking about the new quarterback, Byron Brown. He thinks Brown has that special, id factor, that makes a player stand out. Something Chizek has seen in seven of his past quarterbacks, including, Heisman winner Cam Newton. Brown is expected to lead the offense this year under head coach Alex Gilesh, who coached him for three seasons at South Florida. Last year, Brown was a standout, leading the nation in total yards per game. Alex sees a lot of potential in him, describing him as athletic, a good decision maker, and someone who could make plays even when things break down. He also mentioned that Brown has a big body, which is a physical trait that can be an advantage on the field. The quarterback position at Auburn has been a bit of a roller coaster since Cam Newton's championship run in 2010. While there have been some solid players, the last five years have seen some inconsistent performances. Brown is coming in with the hope of changing that narrative and bringing stability to the offense. Chizek believes that Auburn fans are looking for something to be excited about, and he thinks

1:03Byron Brown can deliver that. He specifically mentioned that after the first game of the season, the Auburn faithful will likely feel a sense of hope about what the team can, achieve with Brown at the helm. This early endorsement from a former coach, especially one who coached a legend like Cam Newton, sets a high bar for Byron Brown. The focus now shifts to the upcoming season, and whether Brown can live up to these expectations and bring that much desired hope back to Auburn, football. You've been listening to Birmingham News today, AI-powered local news.