Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks returns from ACL injury in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:03 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Jonathon Brooks made his NFL preseason debut for the Carolina Panthers on August 15, 2026, against the Buffalo Bills. This marked his first game since suffering a second ACL tear in 2024. Despite a 29-14 loss for the Panthers, Brooks exited the game with a minor cut above his right eye and racked up 5 yards on three carries, with a highlight 9-yard reception. The game signifies a positive step in his recovery, as Brooks is expected to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in the Panthers' next exhibition on August 18, 2026.
- •Jonathon Brooks returned from a second ACL injury.
- •He had a 9-yard reception but limited yardage on carries.
- •Panthers lost to the Bills 29-14 in the preseason.
- •Brooks is set to play against the Jaguars on August 18.
- 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks comments on his first game back
"Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks got back to the playing field for the first time since his second ACL tear in 2024. He talked about his return afterwards.
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