How a surname change helped a football dynasty rise through the NFL
In short: When John Brown named his children, he chose a hyphenated surname to avoid a crowded jersey. Today, his sons are carving out professional legacies, with Equanimeous St. Brown navigating the highs and lows of the NFL, from the Green Bay Packers to the New Orleans Saints.
Equanimeous Tristan Imhotep John St. A German-American wide receiver born on September 30, 1996, his professional football journey exemplifies true grit. After a standout collegiate career at Notre Dame from 2015 to 2017, where he recorded 123 receptions for 2,193 yards and 19 touchdowns, he entered the 2018 NFL draft. The Green Bay Packers drafted him during the sixth round as the 207th pick.
His professional journey has been marked by both significant milestones and setbacks. After making his debut in 2018, he faced a severe high ankle sprain in August 2019 that ended his season before it began. He later found success in the 2020 season, catching his first NFL touchdown on December 27, a 21-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers during a 40–14 victory over the Tennessee Titans. His career has since taken him through the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints.
The St. Brown name itself is a deliberate choice. His father, John Brown, a former Mr. Universe, opted for the hyphenated 'St. To help his kids be unique, Brown added 'St.' because the surname 'Brown' was so common. This choice proved fruitful; Equanimeous is the elder sibling of Amon-Ra St. Brown, a receiver for the Detroit Lions. He also has a younger brother, Osiris, who was a player for the Stanford Cardinal.
Beyond the field, Equanimeous's heritage is deeply international. Born to an American father and a mother from Leverkusen, Germany, he is a dual citizen of the United States and Germany. His upbringing included significant time spent traveling abroad, including a period of study at an elementary school in France, contributing to his ability to speak English, French, and German fluently.
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