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The Carolina Panthers placed running back Jonathon Brooks on injured reserve following a core muscle injury that requires surgery. The team is now evaluating free agent Austin Ekeler to fill the void, as Chuba Hubbard assumes the lead role in the backfield.
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks will undergo core muscle surgery and miss at least six weeks, effectively ending his 2026 season. The team will place him on injured reserve. Brooks, who has played in only five games over three years due to back-to-back ACL tears, suffered a groin injury in Week 2. The Panthers are now exploring free agent Austin Ekeler to bolster their backfield, which currently relies on Chuba Hubbard.
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks missed Monday's practice due to soreness, casting doubt on his status for the Week 1 opener against the Chicago Bears. While head coach Dave Canales remains optimistic, the return of veteran Chuba Hubbard from a hamstring injury has shifted the narrative toward a shared backfield. Fantasy managers are advised to monitor both players closely, as the team's reliance on a committee approach creates significant volatility for early-season lineups.
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks missed Wednesday's practice due to unspecified soreness, but head coach Dave Canales remains confident the player will be available for the season opener. Brooks, who has missed significant time due to two ACL tears, participated in all training camp sessions and two preseason games. The team expects him to complement Chuba Hubbard in the backfield rotation.
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales confirmed the team will employ a running back by committee approach in Week 1 if both Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks are healthy. Hubbard, returning from a hamstring injury, is expected to share the workload with Brooks, who has been healthy after a knee injury-plagued start to his career. This setup creates uncertainty for fantasy managers regarding carry distribution early in the season.
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Chuba Hubbard is week-to-week with a hamstring injury but should be ready for Week 1, while Jonathon Brooks looks to seize touches in preseason and potentially take on a bigger role behind Hubbard.
Panthers coach Dave Canales said running backs Jonathon Brooks and Chuba Hubbard will play in Carolina’s preseason game against the Bills, with Brooks returning from a serious knee injury in 2025 and Hubbard mixing in; neither is expected to see many touches as Carolina evaluates their backfield rotation and Brooks’s live-game readiness.
Early training camp has produced seven standouts likely to influence the 2026 season: D.J. Moore shines with the Bills as a new top target for Josh Allen; Ja’Kobi Lane impresses Ravens coaches with contested-catch ability; Jonathon Brooks bursts back from injuries in Carolina and could form a backfield duo with Chuba Hubbard; Jalyx Hunt shows pass-rush potential for the Eagles; Arvell Reese demonstrates versatile linebacker play for the Giants; Salvon Ahmed draws buzz for the Bears as a possible 20+ carry back; and Peter Woods delivers interior disruption for the Chiefs, potentially reshaping their defensive line.
Five hype-worthy picks for 2026 fantasy football: Jonathon Brooks could seize Carolina’s starting job after injuries; Kyler Murray may deliver late-round QB value with the Vikings; Makai Lemon presents value in Philadelphia as target shares shift; Alec Pierce could emerge as IND’s No.1 WR following Pittman’s departure; Chig Okonkwo could become a viable TE1 after moving to Washington.
The Carolina Panthers’ 2026 NFL Draft produced three clear winners—RB Jonathon Brooks, QB Bryce Young, and TE Ja'Tavion Sanders—and two losses—OT Ikem Ekwonu and CB Chau Smith-Wade—as GM Dan Morgan reshaped the roster with seven selections.
Carolina Panthers rookie running back Jonathon Brooks has re-torn the ACL in his right knee, ending his current season and potentially affecting his availability for the 2025 season. Brooks, a second-round draft pick, was injured during a non-contact play against the Philadelphia Eagles. This is his second ACL surgery in 14 months. The Panthers had been cautious with his return, but questions arise about the decision to draft him given his injury history. The team now faces challenges in their running back lineup, with other players also injured.
Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks has suffered another torn ACL in his right knee, ending his rookie NFL season after just three games. Brooks, who was drafted in the second round, had recently returned from a previous ACL injury sustained in college. He had shown potential alongside Chuba Hubbard in the Panthers' backfield before this setback.
FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt ranks Texas running back Jonathon Brooks at No. 46 in the 2024 NFL Draft, praising his leadership and versatility on the field. Despite an ACL injury, Brooks has garnered interest from teams like the Dallas Cowboys, who hosted him for a top-30 prospect visit. With a recovery timeline that could see him back on the field in July, Brooks remains a promising prospect for multiple NFL teams leading up to the draft.
Texas Longhorns running back Jonathon Brooks will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in a game against TCU. Brooks, who had been a key player for the team, rushed for 1,139 yards and 10 touchdowns in 10 games this year. The injury leaves a void in the Longhorns' backfield, but coach Steve Sarkisian expressed confidence in the team's ability to move forward. Brooks, a highly regarded NFL draft prospect, will undergo surgery and rehabilitation before returning to the team.
Texas Longhorns fans and analysts discuss the potential of quarterback Maalik Murphy, the struggles in the red zone, the possibility of Jonathon Brooks joining the Mt. Rushmore of Texas RBs, and the team's ranking in the College Football Playoff. They also debate whether Texas can extend their winning streak against Kansas State.