Panthers coach confirms RB Brooks will play against Bills
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:14 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Panthers coach Dave Canales announced that RB Jonathon Brooks will be active for Saturday's preseason game against the Bills. Canales declared Brooks is 'ready to rock' for the matchup, highlighting confidence in the player's fitness. This update comes ahead of the Panthers' road test, as they prepare to finalize their roster before the regular season begins.
- •Dave Canales confirms Jonathon Brooks will play against the Bills.
- •The game is scheduled for Saturday as part of preseason action.
- •Coaching staff shows confidence in Brooks' readiness for the matchup.
- 6:32 PMESPN NFL — Panthers' Canales: RB Brooks will play vs. Bills
"Panthers coach Dave Canales says RB Jonathon Brooks is "ready to rock" and will play in Saturday's preseason road test against the Bills.
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