Edmonton Elks running back Kevin Brown aims to take game to new heights in 2024
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When asked Tuesday if Brown has the ability to reach another level this season, Elks head coach and general manager Chris Jones said "we're certainly hoping so."
After bringing in a high-profile veteran quarterback and revamping the football team’s defensive core, excitement is building about what the Edmonton Elks might be able to do on offence this season.
A key player returning as the CFL club’s running back is also offering reasons for optimism.
Speaking at Elks training camp on Tuesday, Kevin Brown said his goal is to “basically dominate” in the CFL this season when it comes to offence.
“To be No. 1 in rushing yards, … for the whole offence to be the No. 1 offence in the CFL.”
For the 27-year-old running back — who hails South Carolina — to improve on last season is no simple feat — he finished second in the CFL in rushing in 2023 with 1,141 yards. And in the 25 games he has played for the Green and Gold so far in his CFL career, he has accumulated 2,025 total yards and six touchdowns.
When asked Tuesday if Brown has the ability to reach another level this season, Elks head coach and general manager Chris Jones said “we’re certainly hoping so.”
He also noted Brown appears to have arrived at camp a little lighter this year than last year.
“Last year I felt like he came in a little bit too heavy and had to play his way into shape,” Jones said. “When KB’s right, he’s as good as there is in the game. He’s a good solid person too.
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