Derrick Brown earns praise as Panthers prepare for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Carolina Panthers defensive lineman Derrick Brown is gaining recognition ahead of the 2026 season, being ranked as the fifth-best defensive tackle by ESPN. A veteran assistant coach praised Brown's impact, noting teams often avoided running plays near him. Last season, Brown achieved a career-high 5.0 sacks and 73 combined tackles, helping improve the Panthers' defense ranking from 32nd to 16th. With three prime-time games scheduled, Brown will have opportunities to showcase his skills on a national stage.
- •Derrick Brown ranked fifth among NFL defensive tackles by ESPN.
- •Last season, Brown recorded a career-high 5.0 sacks.
- •Brown's presence helped the Panthers improve their defense ranking.
- •He will feature in three prime-time games this season.
- •A coach highlighted the challenges teams face running plays near Brown.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — NFL coach says quiet part out loud about Panthers DL Derrick Brown's situation in Carolina
"Panthers DL Derrick Brown was given some extremely high praise from an NFL assistant coach.
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