Go, Ronnie, Go: How much to you know about the Dolphin's Running Back?
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by Jennifer Jordan
Despite a hand injury that kept him out for three games last year, Ronnie Brown finished the season as an up-and-coming player. Now, with a tight handle on the Dolphin's running back position, Brown could easily see a career season in 2007. Not only will he have a better offense surrounding him, but he also has a running back ally in coach Cam Cameron. As the season kicks off, Brown has the potential to be magnificent. But, before Ronnie runs toward greatness, see how much you know about the Dolphin's RB. This way, you can say you knew him when.
1. What city was Ronnie Brown born in?
a. Canton, Ohio
b. Detroit, Michigan
c. Rome, Georgia
d. Gotham City
2. Where did he attend college?
a. Auburn University
b. Oregon State University
c. Florida State University
d. Barbizon School
3. In 2000, what baseball team drafted him?
a. The Los Angeles Dodgers
b. The Cincinnati Reds
c. The Seattle Mariners
d. Who cares about baseball, football rules.
4. While in college, Ronnie Brown was part of a dynamic running back duo. Who was the player he partnered with?
a. Cadillac Williams
b. Thomas Jones
c. JJ Arrington
d. Emmitt Smith
5. Brown finished his college career ranked number 7 in school history with 2,707 rushing yards despite what?
a. Being injured for two complete seasons
b. Starting only 21 games
c. Transferring from another school his junior year
d. Playing solely on defense
6. During his first two games with the Dolphins, Ronnie Brown ran poorly, rushing for only 93 yards and a 2.7 average. What was his performance attributed to?
a. Playing against stellar rush defenses
b. Holding out during training camp because of a contract dispute
c. Playing in rainy weather that didn't allow him to gain his footing
d. Not eating his Wheaties
7. In 2006, Brown rushed for a career high 157 yards against what team?
a. The Chicago Bears
b. The Denver Broncos
c. The Indianapolis Colts
d. The Houston Oilers
8. On the Thanksgiving Day game against Detroit, Brown broke his hand. How did this happen?
a. From a hit by a defender's helmet
b. He fell on an outstretched arm
c. A defender accidentally stepped on him
d. He lost an ultra competitive, contact game of rock, paper, scissors
9. In 2006, after playing 13 games, Brown finished with 1,008 rushing yards. How many receiving yards did he have?
a. 390 yards
b. 189 yards
c. 276 yards
d. 3.14 yards
10. According to his website, what is Ronnie Brown's favorite food?
a. Steak
b. Enchiladas
c. Macaroni and cheese
d. Dolphin
Answers: 1. c. Rome, Georgia; 2. a. Auburn University; 3. c. Seattle Mariners; 4. a. Cadillac Williams; 5. b. Starting only 21 games ; 6. b. Holding out during training camp because of a contract dispute; 7. a. The Chicago Bears; 8. a. From a hit by a defender's helmet; 9. c. 276 yards; 10. a. Steak.
See how you did:
9-10 Correct: You did a great job; obviously, you've stolen Ronnie Brown's identity.
6-8 Correct: Not bad at all, you're a true fin fan.
3-5 Correct: Ouch...your trivia score has made Ronnie Brown blue.
Less than 3 Correct: Apparently, you're a Ricky William's fan.
