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Aaron Brewer (offensive lineman)
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Aaron Jamal Brewer (born October 28, 1997) is an American professional football center for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Texas State Bobcats, and signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2020.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Brewer is the son of Thedra and Keith Brewer. He attended Skyline High School (Texas) where he was rated as a two-star recruit by Rivals.com. As a senior, he earned All-District 9-6A First-Team honors as an offensive guard. Brewer also competed in throws for track and field.[1]
College career
[edit]Brewer received offers for play for Sam Houston State and Texas State. He ultimately accepted the offer to play at Texas State under head coach Everett Withers, a former defensive backs coach for the Tennessee Titans. In his freshman season, Brewer played in all twelve Texas State games and made eleven starts. In his next three seasons, Brewer started all of the team's 36 games.[2] He earned Third-team All-Sun Belt Conference selections in his freshman and sophomore years, Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt Conference in his junior year, and Second-team All-Sun Belt Conference in his senior year. In his junior year, Pro Football Focus (PFF) ranked Brewer as the Sun Belt's best run blocker and second-best pass blocker. In his senior season, Brewer received a grade of 82.8 by PFF, ranking highest in the conference.[3]
Professional career
[edit]| Height | Weight | Arm length | Hand span | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 1+7⁄8 in (1.88 m) |
274 lb (124 kg) |
32+3⁄4 in (0.83 m) |
10+1⁄8 in (0.26 m) | |||||||||
| All values from Pro Day[4] | ||||||||||||
Tennessee Titans
[edit]After going unselected in the 2020 NFL draft, Brewer signed as an undrafted free agent with the Tennessee Titans on May 7, 2020. On September 5, Brewer earned a spot on the Titans' initial 53-player roster. On November 22, Brewer recorded his first start of his career when he started at left guard for the Titans against the Baltimore Ravens. He played all 70 offensive snaps in the 30–24 overtime victory. Brewer, along with the rest of the offensive line, helped Titans running back Derrick Henry rush for 133 yards, including a game-winning 33-yard touchdown.[5] Brewer was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the team on January 7, 2021,[6] and activated on January 18.[7] On October 8, Brewer was placed on injured reserve.[8] He was activated on November 6.[9]
Having previously played more of a reserve role or starting in relief of injuries for his first two seasons, Brewer became the full time starting left guard in the 2022 season; starting all 17 games.[10]
Entering the 2023 offseason as a restricted free agent, the Titans placed a second round tender on Brewer on March 15, 2023.[11] On May 7, the Titans announced that Brewer would be moved to center, and take over the starting role that was vacated following the release of Ben Jones.[12] He started all 17 games at center in 2023.[13]
Miami Dolphins
[edit]On March 15, 2024, Brewer signed a three-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.[14] He started all 17 games in the 2024 season.[15]
NFL career statistics
[edit]| Legend | |
|---|---|
| Bold | Career high |
| Year | Team | Games | Offense | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | GS | Snaps | Pct | Holding | False start | Decl/Pen | Acpt/Pen | Sacks Allowed | ||
| 2020 | TEN | 12 | 1 | 152 | 19% | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | TEN | 12 | 5 | 507 | 59% | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| 2022 | TEN | 17 | 17 | 1,031 | 100% | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 |
| 2023 | TEN | 17 | 17 | 1,050 | 100% | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 2024 | MIA | 17 | 17 | 1,138 | 100% | 5 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Career | 75 | 57 | 3,878 | - | 14 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 17 | |
References
[edit]- ^ https://www.pigskinprep.com/archive/2015ad/2015alldist6A9.pdf
- ^ "Aaron Brewer Biography". NFL.com. September 5, 2020. Retrieved September 5, 2020.
- ^ Postins, Matthew (August 27, 2019). "Cowboys Draft 2020: 5 To Watch during Texas A&M-Texas State". SportsIllustrated.com/CowboyMaven. Retrieved September 5, 2020.
- ^ "2020 NFL Draft Scout Aaron Brewer College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved August 21, 2023.
- ^ Wyatt, Jim (November 23, 2020). "Unheralded Rookie Lineman Aaron Brewer Steps Up for Titans in First NFL Start". SportsIllustrated.com/CowboyMaven. Archived from the original on November 23, 2020. Retrieved November 24, 2020.
- ^ Wyatt, Jim (January 7, 2021). "Titans Activate Kicker Stephen Gostkowski from Reserve/COVID-19, Place OL Aaron Brewer on Reserve/COVID-19 List". TennesseeTitans.com. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ "Titans' Aaron Brewer: Activated from COVID list". CBSSports.com. January 18, 2021. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ Wyatt, Jim (October 8, 2021). "Roster Moves: Titans Place Four Players on Injured Reserve, Promote Three to Active Roster". TennesseeTitans.com. Archived from the original on October 9, 2021. Retrieved October 9, 2021.
- ^ Wyatt, Jim (November 6, 2021). "Titans Make a Flurry of Roster Moves Ahead of Sunday's Game vs the Rams". TennesseeTitans.com.
- ^ Glennon, John (June 21, 2022). "Big Opportunity Awaits Undersized Brewer". SI.com. Retrieved March 17, 2023.
- ^ Wyatt, Jim (March 15, 2023). "Titans Place Tenders on RFAs Teair Tart and Aaron Brewer, Along with ERFA Naquan Jones". TennesseeTitans.com. Retrieved March 17, 2023.
- ^ "Aaron Brewer moves to center for Titans". NBC Sports. May 7, 2023. Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Aaron Brewer 2023 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Miami Dolphins Sign Aaron Brewer". MiamiDolphins.com. March 15, 2024.
- ^ "Aaron Brewer 2024 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
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[edit]Aaron Brewer (offensive lineman)
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Aaron Jamal Brewer (born October 28, 1997) is an American football offensive lineman who plays center for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL).[1] Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 295 pounds, Brewer is known for his versatility across the offensive line, having started games at center, guard, and tackle positions during his professional career.[2] A native of Dallas, Texas, he attended Skyline High School before committing to Texas State University, where he developed into a reliable starter for the Bobcats football team.[3]
At Texas State, Brewer played offensive line from 2016 to 2019, appearing in 48 games with 47 starts, including a streak of 47 consecutive starts to close his college career.[4] In his senior year of 2019, he started all 12 games at right tackle and earned All-Sun Belt Second Team honors, anchoring an offensive line that supported a balanced attack for the team.[3] Undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft, Brewer's college performance, marked by his durability and positional flexibility, positioned him as a prospect for professional teams seeking depth on the interior line.[5]
Brewer signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent following the 2020 NFL Draft, making the initial 53-man roster and beginning his professional journey.[4] In his rookie season, he appeared in 12 games with one start, primarily providing depth at multiple positions.[5] By 2021, he increased his role to 12 games with five starts, and in 2022, he solidified himself as a starter, playing all 17 games at center while contributing to the Titans' ground game.[6] His 2023 season with Tennessee saw him start all 17 games on a one-year restricted free agent tender.[5]
In March 2024, Brewer signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the Miami Dolphins as an unrestricted free agent, bringing his experience to bolster their offensive line.[7] He started all 17 games in 2024, primarily at center, and as of November 2025, has started all 10 games in the 2025 season, continuing to provide stability and protection for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.[2] Over his NFL career through 2025, Brewer has appeared in 85 games with 67 starts, with no sacks allowed in multiple seasons and a reputation for low-penalty play.[5]
In the 2025 season through Week 10, Brewer has logged 574 offensive snaps, drawn 8 penalties, and allowed 0 sacks allowed, while receiving an overall blocking grade of 78.2, a pass-blocking grade of 62.9, and a run-blocking grade of 88.0 from Pro Football Focus.[27]
Early life
Upbringing and family
Aaron Brewer was born on October 28, 1997, in Dallas, Texas.[5] He is the son of Thedra Brewer and Keith Brewer.[3]High school career
Aaron Brewer attended Skyline High School in Dallas, Texas, where he developed his skills in football, basketball, wrestling, and track and field.[3][8] As a member of the varsity football team under coach Derick Roberson, Brewer played as an offensive guard, contributing to the Skyline Raiders' offensive line during his high school years.[3] In his senior year of 2015, he earned All-District 9-6A First-Team honors as an offensive lineman, recognizing his standout performance in blocking and run support.[3][8] Beyond football, Brewer participated in track and field events, specializing in throws such as discus, which helped build his strength, explosiveness, and overall athletic versatility essential for his position.[3][8] This multi-sport involvement underscored his physical development during high school.[8]College career
Texas State University
Aaron Brewer committed to Texas State University on January 31, 2016, following his senior year at Skyline High School in Dallas, Texas, where he had received scholarship offers from Texas State and Sam Houston State.[9][10] As a true freshman in 2016, Brewer appeared in all 12 games for the Bobcats, earning 11 starts primarily at guard and center, including his first career start against Arkansas.[3][11] Over the next three seasons from 2017 to 2019, Brewer solidified his role as a starter, anchoring the offensive line in every game for the Texas State Bobcats in the Sun Belt Conference.[3] He started all 12 games each year, accumulating a total of 47 starts across his college career, with appearances in 48 games overall.[11] Brewer's position versatility was evident as he lined up at multiple spots on the offensive line, including left tackle, right tackle, center, and guard, adapting to the team's needs throughout his tenure.[3] During his time at Texas State, Brewer contributed significantly to the Bobcats' offensive line in Sun Belt Conference play, providing stability and protection in key matchups against conference rivals.[3] For instance, in 2017, his efforts helped improve the team's overall offensive output, including gains in rushing efficiency during league games.[3] By his senior year in 2019, Brewer had transitioned to right tackle, starting all 12 contests and serving as a veteran leader for a young unit navigating the competitive Sun Belt schedule.[3]Awards and performance
During his four seasons at Texas State University, Aaron Brewer earned consistent recognition in the Sun Belt Conference for his performance as an offensive lineman. As a freshman in 2016, he received Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt honors from the conference coaches and media.[12] In 2017, as a sophomore, Brewer earned third-team All-Sun Belt accolades after starting 12 games at three different positions along the offensive line.[13] His junior year in 2018 brought honorable mention All-Sun Belt honors from the coaches and media, during which he was also named to the All-Sun Belt First Team offense by Pro Football Focus (PFF) after allowing just one sack and posting the conference's second-highest pass-blocking grade of 86.2.[3] Brewer capped his college career in 2019 with second-team All-Sun Belt honors as a senior right tackle, selected by both coaches and media.[14] Brewer's on-field contributions were marked by durability and effectiveness in protection and run support. Over his college tenure, he appeared in 48 games, starting 47 consecutively across multiple positions: 15 at center, 12 at right tackle, 12 at guard, and 8 at left tackle.[11] In 2018, his pass protection helped limit quarterback pressures, with only one sack allowed while splitting time between guard and tackle.[15] By his senior year in 2019, Brewer earned PFF's highest run-blocking grade in the Sun Belt among linemen with at least 200 snaps (78.8) and the second-highest pass-blocking grade (75.4).[3] These metrics underscored his role in enabling Texas State's ground game, with Brewer's blocking facilitating key runs in conference play.[16]Professional career
Tennessee Titans (2020–2023)
After going undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft, Aaron Brewer signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent on May 7, 2020.[17] In his rookie season, he appeared in 12 games with one start at left guard, logging limited snaps as a depth piece on the offensive line.[5] Brewer contributed during key moments, including the Titans' overtime victory over the Baltimore Ravens on November 22, 2020, where he helped protect quarterback Ryan Tannehill and open lanes for running back Derrick Henry's 133 rushing yards and game-winning touchdown.[18] His college versatility across guard and tackle positions from Texas State facilitated this early adjustment to professional play.[4] In 2021, Brewer continued as a reliable backup interior lineman, appearing in 12 games and making five starts at guard amid injuries to starters.[5] He provided crucial depth for Tennessee's run-oriented offense, which ranked among the league's top rushing attacks despite challenges like Henry's midseason foot injury. As an undrafted player, Brewer faced hurdles adapting to the NFL's speed and physicality, particularly given his undersized frame at 6-foot-1 and around 295 pounds, but his toughness and quick feet earned praise from coaches.[19][20] Brewer broke out in 2022, securing the starting left guard role after veteran Rodger Saffold's departure in free agency, and he started all 17 games while playing every offensive snap (1,031 total).[5][21] His consistent blocking supported the Titans' ground game, helping Henry amass over 1,500 rushing yards despite a 7-10 record. With the Titans releasing longtime center Ben Jones in March 2023, Brewer transitioned to the pivot position in May, where he started all 17 games and snapped every offensive play (1,050 total).[22][5][21] Over four seasons in Tennessee, he appeared in 58 games with 40 starts (18 at left guard, 17 at center, and five at guard), solidifying his role in protecting the quarterback and paving paths for the team's power-running scheme.[5] Brewer's growth from reserve to cornerstone reflected his resilience against ongoing skepticism about his build, as he focused on leveraging agility to counter pass-rushers in the high-speed NFL environment.[4]Miami Dolphins (2024–present)
On March 15, 2024, Aaron Brewer signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the Miami Dolphins as an unrestricted free agent following his tenure with the Tennessee Titans.[23][24] In the 2024 season, Brewer secured the starting center position and started all 17 regular-season games, providing stability to an offensive line that supported quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's quick-release passing attack while facilitating a ground game led by running backs like De'Von Achane.[25][8] His consistent performance helped the Dolphins' offense rank among the league's most efficient units in yards per play, though the team faced challenges with injuries along the line. Brewer's prior starting experience from four seasons with the Titans allowed for a seamless transition into Miami's zone-blocking scheme.[26] As of November 14, 2025, Brewer has started all 10 games through Week 10 of the 2025 season, continuing his role as the anchor of the Dolphins' offensive line with a focus on pass protection for Tagovailoa, who has benefited from Brewer's low sack-allowed rate of zero through the season so far.[27] In mid-September 2025, the Dolphins restructured Brewer's contract to gain salary cap flexibility amid roster adjustments, enabling the team to maintain its core without major disruptions. Brewer's contributions have extended to run blocking, where he ranks as the top center in the NFL per Pro Football Focus grades through the first three weeks (91.6 run-blocking score), aiding a rushing attack that averages 3.9 yards per carry despite schematic tweaks to counter defensive fronts.[28][29][30] Brewer's impact has drawn praise from analysts, with Pro Football Focus ranking him among the top eight centers entering 2025 and crediting his improved pass-blocking efficiency (allowing just 14 pressures in 2024) for elevating Miami's line cohesion.[31] His movement skills and consistency have been highlighted as key to the Dolphins' offensive scheme, positioning him as a reliable leader despite the unit's mid-season penalty issues, including eight flags on Brewer himself.[32][27] In early November 2025, Brewer dealt with a foot/ankle injury that limited his practice participation ahead of Week 11 but returned to limited practice on November 13 and is expected to start against the Washington Commanders.[33]Career statistics and impact
NFL regular season statistics
Aaron Brewer's NFL regular season career spans from 2020 to the present, with statistics tracked primarily through games played and starts, as offensive linemen do not accumulate traditional receiving or rushing yards. As of Week 10 of the 2025 season, he has appeared in 85 games, starting 67, and recovered 2 fumbles.[5] The year-by-year breakdown of his regular season games and starts is presented in the table below.[5]| Year | Team | Games Played | Games Started |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | TEN | 12 | 1 |
| 2021 | TEN | 12 | 5 |
| 2022 | TEN | 17 | 17 |
| 2023 | TEN | 17 | 17 |
| 2024 | MIA | 17 | 17 |
| 2025 | MIA | 10 | 10 |
| Career Total | 85 | 67 |