Pair of Peoria Pirates Join Dorados

March 22, 2005 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Rio Grande Valley Dorados News Release


HIDALGO, TX: March 22, 2005 – The Rio Grande Valley Dorados of arenafootball2 are pleased to have been assigned defensive specialist Kevin Brown and fullback/linebacker Chris Robinson to the Dorados 2005 roster by the af2 offices. "Kevin is proven, reliable and can shutdown the opposition at corner," said Dorados Head Coach Kevin Guy. "Chris is a very physical solid fullback and linebacker that will wear the other team down."

Brown played 10 games last season with the Peoria Pirates, who marched all the way to the 2004 af2 ArenaCup (lost to Florida). He finished the regular season ranked sixth in tackles for the Pirates with 32 (25 solo) and ranked second in interceptions with 4. The 5'9" 185-pound defensive specialist led the team in kickoff return yards with 542 yards off 26 returns (20.8 avg.). Brown also ranked fourth in all-purpose yards for the Pirates with 560 total yards (56 yards per game avg.). The Commerce City, Colorado native was the ADT Defensive Player of the Game for the Pirates final regular season game (vs. Green Bay) and then rolled into the playoffs earning the af2 ADT Defensive Player of the Week twice. He co-led the af2 in interceptions during the playoffs with 2, tying assigned Dorado Marquis Floyd. Prior to turning pro, the 23 year-old Brown competed at South Dakota St. University (Brookings, SD). Brown began his college tenure playing offense and then flipped to the defensive side of the ball. The former All-American (Gazette in 2002) and 2003 Pre-Season All-American (Gazette and Lindy's) closed out his college career with 2,854 all-purpose yards, with 2,065 coming from 83 kickoff returns in 43 games. He also had 90.5 tackles (79 solo), 7 interceptions, and 36 passes defended.

Robinson was also a member of the Peoria Pirates last season. In nine games, Robinson had 10 rushes for 29 yards and 2 touchdowns on offense, along with a reception for five yards. On defense, he registered 14 tackles (11 solo) and led the club with three quarterback hurries. He also had 4.5 tackles (1.5 sacks) to rank second on the club and grabbed two interceptions. In the postseason, the Medford, New Jersey native af2 Ironman of the Week honors against Tulsa and he led the league during the postseason in tackles for a loss (2.5) and sacks (1.5). Robinson also finished fourth in af2 postseason rushing with 24 yards (6 carries) and was second in postseason fumbles forced (2). The 6'3" 260-pound 24 year-old turned pro after a college career at New Hampshire. Robinson was named the Wildcats MVP for 2003. He came back from missing his last season due to injury to have the best campaign of his career for the Wildcats. A 12-game starter, he was the team's top tackler (68-68-136) and was ranked nationally for most of the season in that category. His mark of 136 tackles in a season was the second-best total ever by a UNH football player. A first-team All-New England selection and a second-team All-Atlantic 10 pick, Robinson also had seven tackles for a loss, an interception, seven pass breakups and three fumble recoveries.

The assignment of Brown and Robinson gives the Dorados 31 members announced to the 2005 squad, joining Brian Baker (QB), Darvell Bivens (WR/DB), John Bradley (OL/DL), Elliott Burkes (DS), Mario Butler (WR/DB), Dwight Counter (WR/DB), J.R. Davies (QB), Zeb Ellison (DS), Jonathan Feig (K), Sterling Finney (WR/DB), Marquis Floyd (WR/DB), Julius Gant (OL/DL), Wil Goff (OL/DL), Will Goodloe (OL/DL), Eric Houle (K), Curtis Jeter (OL/DL), Josh Kellett (QB), Marquis Landrom (WR/DB), Joseph Lemberg (OS), Moses Lewis (TBD), Jesse Mayfield (OL/DL), Travis McAlpine (WR/DB), Kenny McClain (OL/DL), Ben McCombs (DE, FB/LB), David Morrill (FB/LB), Antoine Murphy (OL/DL), Pierre Thomas (WR/DB) and Josh Tubbs (OL/DL). Media members seeking an interview with Brown, Robinson and/or Coach Guy are encouraged to contact Chris Due with the Dorados at 956-843-5656.

The Dorados kick-off their 2005 campaign April 9th at the Dodge Arena, as they host the Louisville Fire. Season ticket packages and advertising opportunities are available by contacting the Dorados offices at 956-843-7825. Additional info can also be found by visiting the Dorados online at www.doradosfootball.com.



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