5 Things to Know: Defensive Lineman Earnest Brown IV

Following the end of the 2023 season, the San Francisco 49ers bolstered their depth at defensive line by signing Earnest Brown IV to a one-year deal.

Keep reading to learn more about Brown IV.

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Although Brown IV grew up and lived most of his life in Texas, the defensive lineman is originally from the Bay Area.

"I was born in the San Francisco area," Brown IV said in a post-dra