Carolina Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks out at least six weeks with injury

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Carolina Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks out at least six weeks with injury
Summary

Jonathon Brooks will miss a minimum of six weeks after undergoing surgery for a core muscle injury. The running back left a game early during the Panthers' recent outing. Brooks, who was selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, has struggled with injuries, participating in only five games over his career. He is expected to recover in time to contribute later in the season.

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  • Brooks is scheduled for core muscle surgery today.
  • He has played just five games since being drafted in 2024.
  • The Panthers selected him in the second round of the draft.
  • Brooks' injury history includes a previous ACL tear.
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  • 12:05 PMYahoo SportsJonathon Brooks to miss at least 6 weeks with core injury, marking yet another injury-riddled season
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Jonathon Brooks has played in just five games since he was drafted in 2024.

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