Panthers' Bobby Brown III out, Pat Jones II questionable for Falcons matchup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday without defensive lineman Bobby Brown III, who is out due to a bulging disc in his back. Outside linebacker Pat Jones II, dealing with a back injury, is listed as questionable after limited practice this week. Carolina’s defense struggled in their Week 1 loss to the Chicago Bears, allowing 291 rushing yards. Running back Bijan Robinson poses a significant challenge for the Panthers. Wide receiver Jalen Coker has returned to full participation and has no game designation.
- •Bobby Brown III is out for Week 2 against the Falcons.
- •Pat Jones II is questionable after limited practice this week.
- •Jalen Coker will play, returning from an ankle injury.
- •Panthers' defense allowed six rushing touchdowns last week.
- •Bijan Robinson is expected to feature prominently for Atlanta.
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons Week 2 injury report with game designations vs. Panthers
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers Week 2 injury report: One starter out, another questionable vs. Falcons
"The Panthers may have to face one of the NFL's very best rushers without two of their defensive starters.
"Falcons release final Week 2 injury report: Who's in, who's out vs. Panthers?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 6:07 PMFalcons Week 2 injury report with game designations vs. Panthers
Falcons release final Week 2 injury report: Who's in, who's out vs. Panthers?
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 4:39 PMPanthers Week 2 injury report: One starter out, another questionable vs. Falcons
The Panthers may have to face one of the NFL's very best rushers without two of their defensive starters.
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