There is a lot of good info here. I'm Purple and probably would be again, given the choice. One thing I have developed into is a "freight snob". It is more conducive to my needs and goals on many levels. Therefore, i would place P&B ahead of any "self-loading" freight carriers. I have a very high opinion of Brown, but I haven't worked there. I would look earnestly at living in Louisville vs Memphis if I planned to live in domicile. I would call that advantage Brown. Also, look at the commuting policy of both. Become familiar with the term "double dead-head" . Though commuting needs contractual work, it is a strength at Purple. Brown guys care to address?