What is Journey Brown Doing Today? His Age, Dating, Career, Bio

Journey Brown Bio

From high school records to college accolades and now a pivotal role in motorsports, Journey Brown’s story is a testament to resilience and versatility.

Born Journey Jay Brown under the zodiac sign of Pisces on 19 March 1999, this 24-year-old athlete etched his name in American Football history as a former running back for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Beyond the touchdowns and tackles, Brown’s journey has taken an unexpected turn, leading him to a new role as a pit crew member for Trackhouse Racing.

Let’s delve deeper into the chapters that have shaped his remarkable story.

Early Years

Hailing from Meadville, Pennsylvania USA, he was raised by his parents Buffy Brown and Larry Quinn, alongside his two sisters, Music and Bailey. He holds American nationality, and his ethnicity is African-American.

Brown’s journey to football stardom began at Meadville Area Senior High School. His high school career was nothing short of spectacular, rushing for an impressive 7,027 yards and securing 106 touchdowns. A defining moment occurred during his junior year in 2015 when he shattered Pennsylvania high school records, amassing 722 rushing yards and 10 rushing touchdowns in a single game. This extraordinary feat caught the attention of football enthusiasts, leading him to commit to Penn State University.

Brown’s talents extended beyond the football field. In high school he also excelled in track, breaking the Pennsylvania record for the 100-meter dash previously held by Olympian Leroy Burrell.

College Career

After redshirting in 2017, Brown made a significant impact during the 2018 season, playing in eight games and contributing 44 yards on eight carries, including a touchdown. His redshirt sophomore year in 2019 saw him start in 10 of 13 games, rushing for an impressive 890 yards on 129 carries, and scoring 12 touchdowns. A crowning achievement was being named the Most Value Player (MVP) of the 2019 Cotton Bowl, setting a school bowl game record with 202 rushing yards.

A Sudden Turn of Events

On 11 November 2020, the trajectory of Brown’s football career changed dramatically when Penn State University’s Head Coach James Franklin announced that Brown could no longer play, due to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (a condition in which the muscle tissue of the heart becomes thickened for no apparent reason). This unforeseen obstacle marked the end of his playing days in gridiron, but opened up new opportunities beyond.

Journey Brown of Meadville HS (PA) carried the rock 30 times, for 722 yards, and 10 touchdowns! …They won 107-90! pic.twitter.com/G82Ljk5NUN

— KY HIGH FOOTBALL 🏈 (@KYHighFootball) September 12, 2015

Life Beyond Football

Embracing change, Journey Brown transitioned to a role as a pit crew member for Trackhouse Racing, an American stock car racing organization that competes in the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) Cup Series. The team is owned by Grammy Award-winning rapper Armando Christian ‘Pitbull’ Perez, and Justin Marks.

This unexpected career shift showcases Brown’s adaptability and determination to make an impact beyond the football field.

Following his retirement from football, NASCAR presented Journey Brown with a unique opportunity to re-enter the world of sports, this time as a potential pit crew member.

Initially, when NASCAR first approached him, Brown hesitated. At that point, he wasn’t in the right mental space to commit, and interestingly had never watched a race in his life. As he said, his only exposure to anything NASCAR-related was the movie “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby”, starring Will Ferrell.

In the weeks after turning down NASCAR’s initial offer, Shaun Peet, Trackhouse Racing’s pit coach, reached out to Brown, inviting him to visit the team’s headquarters. Brown agreed, not having a job lined up at the time.

Three years passed by, and Brown finds himself on Trackhouse’s developmental pit crew training team, focusing on becoming a full-time pit crew member, potentially changing tires during live NASCAR races one day.

Throughout this journey, Brown has been thoroughly impressed by Trackhouse Racing. The state-of-the-art technology, the diversity within the team, the cleanliness of the shop, and the family-like atmosphere have all contributed to his positive experience. As he transitions from the football field to the racetrack, Brown embraces the new challenges and opportunities that come with his role in the world of NASCAR.

Love Life and Dating

Brown’s journey in life has been complemented by the unwavering support of his fiancée, Deanna ‘Dee’ Carroll. Through the highs and lows, she’s stood as his pillar of strength, offering encouragement and understanding. Their bond is deepened by the presence of their four-year-old daughter, Aleigha, who adds a joyful dynamic to their family. Dee Carroll, not just a partner but a devoted mother, has been Brown’s biggest support system, cheering him on both on and off the field.

Let us take you back to the beginning of their love story. They met at Penn State University in freshman year 2017. They crossed paths at a party, and well, let’s just say sparks flew.

Life threw those curveballs – losses, college chaos, and then Brown’s heart diagnosis. However, as they said, together, they powered through. From playing video games in their college days to owning a place together, they knew they’d found something special.

Now,onto the good part – on 2 December 2022, Brown went all out with the proposal. He got the green light from Deanna’s parents, and on a rooftop surrounded by family and friends, he popped the question. Brown specifically picked 2 December 2020 – Deanna has ‘222’ tattooed for her grandma, Eilene.

Their wedding is announced to happen on 20 June 2024.

Net Worth

Just when he was about to cash in on his talent and was offered the chance to one day play in the National Football League (NFL), Brown found out about his condition quite by accident during a COVID-19 test. It was a hard time for him, however, thanks to the love and support from his family, friends and colleagues, he overcame this and found a new career.

Although there is no exact data on his net worth, according to sources, the salary of a NASCAR pit crew people can reach up to $60,000 per month.