Fred Richert Brown (born May 4, 1943) is a former American football player.

Brown recalled that he had never played linebacker and "got burned a number of times.

[4] In March 1966, Brown and Frank Molden were traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for Maxie Baughan.

[5] Brown tore cartilage in his left knee in a preseason game, underwent surgery, and missed the entire 1966 season.

[4] His career ended in November 1969 when he injured his right knee during a workout at Franklin Field.