He was ranked as a 5-star prospect by most major recruiting sites, and chose to attend the University of Texas.

Brown finished his career at Texas with 105 tackles, 2 forced fumbles and 2 interceptions, both of which were returned for over 70 yards and resulted in one touchdown.

[1] As a junior in 2009 Brown was an honorable mention All-American by Pro Football Weekly and the Associated Press.

Brown was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League in the 3rd round, 95th overall in the 2011 NFL draft.

[4] Brown's uncle, Hosea Taylor, played in the National Football League for the Baltimore Colts from 1981 to 1983.