Carlos Alan Autry Jr. (also known for a period of time as Carlos Brown), is an American actor, politician, and former National Football League player. During his brief football career, he was known as Carlos Brown. He played the role of Captain Bubba Skinner on the NBC (and later CBS) television series, In the Heat of the Night, starring Carroll O'Connor. He has also appeared in films and other television shows. In November 2000, he was elected mayor of Fresno, California. Currently host of The Alan Autry Show on Talkradio 1550 KXEX.