Jonathon Brooks
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Brooks was the first running back selected in the 2024 NFL Draft (46th overall), and with such a substantial investment the Panthers clearly expect him to become a starter at some point. The question is whether that time is already here or if it might more so be in 2025, considering Brooks is returning from a Nov. 11 ACL tear and is one of the youngest players from his draft class (21 in July). Between the injury recovery and the potential need for development time, Brooks is no sure thing to displace incumbent starter Chuba Hubbard, who ran for more yardage and touchdowns in a 13-game span at Oklahoma State than Brooks did over his entire three-year career at Texas. While he hasn't been as successful as a professional, Hubbard isn't exactly a pushover, coming off a 2023 season with 1,135 yards from scrimmage in an offense that ranked 31st in scoring and 32nd in points. Pass-catching skill is where Brooks figures to have an immediate advantage, potentially opening up a significant role even if the Panthers keep Hubbard occupied as their lead runner. Of course, both backs will be somewhat dependent on QB Bryce Young rebounding from a dreadful rookie year under new coach Dave Canales, who at least has the help of veteran offseason additions like WR Diontae Johnson, LG Damien Lewis and RG Robert Hunt. Read Past Outlooks
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Remains full practice participant
Brooks (knee) practiced fully Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brooks was a full practice participant during the entirety of preparations prior to the Panthers' last game Nov. 10 against the Giants in Munich, but Carolina ultimately included him on its inactive list for Week 10. Following the team's Week 11 bye, Brooks remains without restrictions in practice, and head coach Dave Canales told Steve Reed of the Associated Press on Wednesday that he has "high hopes" for the running back making his NFL debut Sunday against the Chiefs. Brooks likely will take a back seat to Chuba Hubard initially, but the rookie second-round pick should have some involvement on offense as a change-of-pace option behind the starter.
Brooks was a full practice participant during the entirety of preparations prior to the Panthers' last game Nov. 10 against the Giants in Munich, but Carolina ultimately included him on its inactive list for Week 10. Following the team's Week 11 bye, Brooks remains without restrictions in practice, and head coach Dave Canales told Steve Reed of the Associated Press on Wednesday that he has "high hopes" for the running back making his NFL debut Sunday against the Chiefs. Brooks likely will take a back seat to Chuba Hubard initially, but the rookie second-round pick should have some involvement on offense as a change-of-pace option behind the starter.
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Tracking toward debut in Week 12
Panthers head coach Dave Canales said that he "fully expects" Brooks (knee) to play Sunday against the Chiefs, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
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Not debuting in Germany
Brooks (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Giants in Munich, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
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Listed as questionable
Brooks (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, with head coach Dave Canales suggesting Friday that the running back's active status will be a difficult decision, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
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Will be activated Wednesday
Head coach Dave Canales said Brooks (knee) will be activated from the reserve/non-football injury list Wednesday, but he isn't certain whether or not the running back will play Sunday against the Giants in Munich, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
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Logs another full practice
Brooks (knee) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
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Has skills to excel down stretch
Maurice Jones-Drew of NFL.com believes Brooks will have a strong finish to the season after the rookie debuts in Week 12 against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Brooks has yet to make his NFL debut as he recovers from a torn ACL, but the rookie second-round pick was activated off IR prior to Week 10, setting the stage for him to play in Week 12 following Carolina's Week 11 bye. Chuba Hubbard has cemented himself as the lead back for the Panthers, but MJD believes Brooks' ability to elude defenders in the open field will make Brooks a productive complement to Hubbard's tough running between the tackles.
Brooks has yet to make his NFL debut as he recovers from a torn ACL, but the rookie second-round pick was activated off IR prior to Week 10, setting the stage for him to play in Week 12 following Carolina's Week 11 bye. Chuba Hubbard has cemented himself as the lead back for the Panthers, but MJD believes Brooks' ability to elude defenders in the open field will make Brooks a productive complement to Hubbard's tough running between the tackles.