Panthers' Jonathon Brooks Emerges as Early Training Camp Standout
Summary
Jonathon Brooks, a running back for the Carolina Panthers, is gaining attention during the team's 2025 training camp after recovering from two knee injuries. Brooks was drafted in 2024 but has played very little due to his injuries and missed all of last season. With other top Panthers running backs gone or signed elsewhere, Brooks has a chance to become a leading player.Key Facts
- Jonathon Brooks was picked in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.
- He tore his ACL (a knee ligament) twice, limiting his playtime in his first two seasons.
- Brooks rushed for 1,139 yards and 10 touchdowns in his final college season at Texas.
- He played only three NFL games before his second ACL injury.
- Brooks missed the entire 2024 NFL season to recover.
- The Panthers’ previous top running back, Rico Dowdle, left for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- Chuba Hubbard, another running back on the team, has a contract through 2028.
- Brooks is showing promising skills and confidence in the 2025 Panthers training camp.
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