Christopher Brewer (born January 23, 1962) is a former American football running back who played two seasons in the National Football League with the Denver Broncos and

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. He was drafted by the Broncos in the ninth round of the

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. He played

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at the University of Arizona and attended George Washington High School in Denver, Colorado. Brewer was also a member of the Denver Dynamite and

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of the Arena Football League.

Professional career

Brewer was selected by the

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in the 1984

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Denver Broncos

Brewer was selected by the Denver Broncos with the 245th pick in the 1984 NFL Draft and played in thirteen games for the team during the 1984 season. He was released by the Broncos on September 2, 1985. In May 1986, the Arizona Outlaws traded Brewers' USFL rights to the Memphis Showboats.

Denver Dynamite

Brewer played for the Denver Dynamite during the 1987 season, earning First-team All-Arena honors. The Dynamite won ArenaBowl I against the Pittsburgh Gladiators on August 1, 1987.

Chicago Bears

Brewer played in three games, starting one, for the Chicago Bears in 1987.

New England Steamrollers

Brewer played for the New England Steamrollers in 1988.

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