Jacurri Brown News, Rumors, Updates - Rice Owls

Sidelined vs FAU Brown (ankle) didn't play in Saturday's loss to Florida Atlantic.

Impact Brown was forced to miss his first game of the season due to an ankle injury, with both Gael Ochoa and Patrick Crayton seeing playing time in his absence. Brown will now have the team's upcoming bye to get healthy and will look to make his return during the Nov. 7 matchup versus North Texas.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

9 touchdowns of at least 30 yards highlights FAU's 51-49 win over Rice

Easton Messer had two rushing touchdowns, two receiving touchdowns and a school-record 82-yard punt return for a touchdown to lead Florida Atlantic past Rice 51-49

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Injury publicized, doubtful for Week 8 Brown (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's game at Florida Atlantic, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Previously undisclosed, Brown's injury concerns one of his ankles, preventing him from maximizing his best skill of running, which has been used to get most of his yardage. It looks like a DNP is on the cards, and Gael Ochoa is expected to make his first career start. A lot would be required for Rice to use Brown, whose subsequent opportunity to play would come in November.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for Saturday Brown is listed as questionable for Saturday's contest versus Florida Atlantic, per the American Athletic availability report.

Impact Brown has been used in each of Rice's games thus far, but his streak of activity may come to an end Saturday. It is unclear what the quarterback is dealing with, but he has attempted to use his subpar passing and better running ability to keep Rice competitive in games.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Multiple rushing scores in defeat Brown was 2-for-6 passing for 47 yards during Saturday's 38-17 loss against Tulsa. He also had 11 rushes for 154 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Brown recorded two long rushing touchdowns Saturday, taking off for 50-yard and 78-yard scores that ultimately stood as Rice's only touchdowns of the game. Both scores came in the first half, as the Owls' offense stalled for the remainder of the contest. His 154 rushing yards were a season high and marked his third 100-yard performance of the campaign. Even while trailing for most of the game, the team did not rely on the passing attack, as Brown attempted just six passes after surpassing 10 throws in each of his previous five outings.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Baylor Hayes throws for 3 touchdowns and Tulsa tops Rice 38-17

Baylor Hayes threw three touchdown passes and Tulsa defeated Rice 38-17

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Shut down by ECU Brown completed 2 of 10 passes for 21 yards and one interception during Saturday's 28-12 loss against East Carolina. He also had 19 rushes for 19 yards.

Impact It was a forgettable performance across both phases of the offense for Brown, who struggled to find a rhythm through the air or on the ground against East Carolina. The quarterback threw his second interception of the season and posted a season-low 19 rushing yards on 19 attempts, averaging just 1.0 yards per carry. He was eventually pulled in the fourth quarter in favor of backup Gael Ochoa. Brown will look to bounce back and help the Owls snap a five-game losing streak in Week 7 against Tulsa.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Engleman's 43-yard TD run in 4th helps East Carolina beat Rice 28-12

TJ Engleman Jr. runs for 136 yards, including a 43-yard touchdown, helping East Carolina secure a 28-12 win over Rice in their American Conference opener

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

How to watch Rice vs East Carolina: Live stream, NCAA, College Football, TV channel The Rice Owls head to Greenville on Saturday afternoon looking to snap a four-game losing streak when they face the East Carolina Pirates in...

OCTOBER 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Pair of scores in narrow loss Brown completed 6 of 14 passes for 88 yards during Saturday's 16-14 defeat against Texas-San Antonio. He also had 17 rushes for 96 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Brown accounted for both of the Owls' scores Saturday, but it wasn't enough to put the team past UTSA. The quarterback has now scored on the ground in three consecutive games, bringing his season total to four touchdowns. He avoided turnovers, though he had a chance to lead a game-winning drive that stalled after he couldn't convert on a fourth-down play. He stood out as the leading rusher once again, outpacing other rushers by a wide margin. He will aim to lead the team back in the win column against East Carolina in Week 6.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Will Henderson III, Michael Petro help UTSA hold off Rice 16-14 in American Conference opener

Will Henderson III had a touchdown run and Michael Petro kicked three field goals to help UTSA hold off Rice 16-14 in an American Conference opener for both teams

OCTOBER 4 • Associated Press

How to watch UTSA vs Rice: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The UTSA Roadrunners open American Conference play Saturday when they visit the Rice Owls at First Community Stadium in Houston. UTSA enters...

OCTOBER 3 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Excels on ground in defeat Brown completed 8 of 17 passes for 119 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 38-24 defeat versus Fresno State. He also had 19 rushes for 141 yards with one to...

Impact Brown continues to be the focal point of the Owls' offense, accounting for two scores --one passing and one rushing -- against a tough Fresno State defense. The quarterback was one rushing attempt short of logging back-to-back games with at least 20 carries. He did end up committing two turnovers, with his first interception of the season on the Owls' first offensive possession and then a fumble later in the second half. With Quinton Jackson (undisclosed) out for the season, Brown's role is more vital than ever.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Mandal, Rayshon Luke lead Fresno State to 38-24 victory over Rice

Jayden Mandal threw three touchdown passes and Rayshon Luke rushed for 167 yards and a score to lead Fresno State to a 38-24 victory over Rice

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

How to watch Rice vs Fresno State: Live stream College Football, TV channel On Saturday, Rice and Fresno State are set to meet in an exciting college football showdown, airing on the CW at 10:00 p.m. ET. The CW is av...

SEPTEMBER 27 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Bounces back with two scores in loss Brown was 11-for-18 passing for 121 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 28-21 loss to Western Michigan. He also had 23 rushes for 128 yards with one touchdown.

Impact After a low-production blowout loss to Notre Dame, Brown produced a much-needed rebound in Week 3. He wasn't able to lead Rice to a victory, but the offense revolved heavily around the quarterback as he racked up over 100 rushing yards and more than 20 carries for the first time this season. Late in the fourth quarter, he connected with Barry Jackson for an eight-yard touchdown pass, marking his first passing score of the year. Brown's usage should continue spiking moving forward due to Quinton Jackson's (undisclosed) absence.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Notre Dame Brown was 8-for-12 passing for 64 yards during Saturday's 52-0 defeat versus Notre Dame. He also had 16 rushes for 32 yards.

Impact Brown couldn't lead a scoring drive as the Owls were shut out by one of the country's top teams. The quarterback played out the entire game despite the blowout and capped his afternoon off by fumbling during the team's final offensive possession in the fourth quarter. The entire offense couldn't get anything to go against Notre Dame after the triple-option attack worked to perfection in Week 1. Brown led the team with 16 carries and 32 rushing yards, aiming to bounce back against Western Michigan in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Carr throws for 4 touchdowns as No. 3 Notre Dame routs visiting Rice 52-0

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

No. 3 Notre Dame faces familiar triple-option offense when it returns home to face Rice

Notre Dame linebacker Jaiden Ausberry recognizes Rice’s triple-option offense

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Tallies 98 rushing yards in opener Brown completed 2 of 5 passes for 11 yards during Saturday's 31-3 victory over Houston Christian. He also had 13 rushes for 98 yards.

Impact Brown was named Rice's starting quarterback early in the spring, and in his debut, he worked well within the triple-option offense. He rushed for 98 yards and recorded the second-most attempts on the team with 14. His fantasy appeal will come on the ground, as the Owls' offense rarely utilizes the passing game, and he will aim to lead the team against Notre Dame in Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Gets named starting quarterback Brown has been named Rice's starting quarterback for the 2026 season, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Brown transferred into Rice from UCF this offseason, and he'll end up with his first starting quarterback gig at the college level. The incoming redshirt senior's best season came in 2024 when he totaled 799 yards and five touchdowns with the Knights. He beat out Lucas Scheerhorn for the QB1 gig for the Owls.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lands with Rice Brown will transfer to Rice, per Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com.

Impact Brown was limited to three games this season for UCF, completing 3-of-5 passes for 97 yards, one touchdown and one interception. The former blue-chip recruit's best season came in 2024 with the Knights when he totaled 799 yards and five touchdowns. With one more year of eligibility, he'll look to help elevate the Rice offense.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Plans to enter portal Brown (undisclosed) plans to enter the NCAA's transfer portal, Daniel Hager of On3.com reports.

Impact Brown's next team may be his third. While part of Central Florida, he logged 38 completed passes on 72 attempts for 495 yards and a 2-5 TD-INT ratio. Despite being a quarterback, Brown mostly impressed with his feet, recording six rushing touchdowns.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available vs. Texas Tech BRown (undisclosed) isn't available for UCF's clash with Texas Tech in Week 12.

Impact Brown got some mop-up duty earlier in the year, but the backup quarterback is buried on the Knights' depth chart and wasn't expected to get any run regardless.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Week 8 Brown (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game against West Virginia.

Impact As for Central Florida, Cam Fancher (undisclosed) out Saturday indicates that Brown may be starting quarterback then. UCF's most proven yet healthy QBs include both him and Tayven Jackson.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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