Jonathon Brooks receives praise from Panthers head coach Dave Canales

Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks has garnered positive feedback from head coach Dave Canales during training camp. Canales remarked that Brooks resembles the player he remembers, suggesting that the former second-round pick is making a recovery from previous injuries. Brooks, who has faced significant health challenges since being drafted in 2024, only played three games in his rookie season and missed the entirety of the 2025 season. With Brooks having recently turned 23, the Panthers remain optimistic about his potential to contribute to the team in 2026, especially given their success with multiple running backs.

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