Carolina Panthers Place Running Back Jonathon Brooks on Injured Reserve
The Carolina Panthers have placed running back Jonathon Brooks on injured reserve due to a core muscle injury, with the expectation that he will miss at least six weeks following surgery.
Raleigh Durham, NC, September 23, 2026 — The Carolina Panthers have officially placed running back Jonathon Brooks on injured reserve, the team announced. Brooks sustained a core muscle injury that will require surgery.
Following the surgery, the expectation is that Brooks will be sidelined for a minimum of six weeks. The move to injured reserve means Brooks will be unavailable for the Panthers’ upcoming games for at least the next four contests, as players must spend a minimum of four weeks on the reserve list before being eligible to return to the active roster.
The specific date of Brooks’ injury or the date of his surgery was not immediately available. The Panthers organization has not provided further details regarding the timeline for his recovery beyond the initial six-week expectation. His absence represents a significant setback for the team’s running back depth.
The NFL’s injured reserve list is a designation used for players who are unable to play due to injury. Teams can place players on IR throughout the season, and these players typically miss a minimum of four games. After the four-game minimum, a team can designate a player to return from injured reserve, provided they are healthy enough to resume playing.
Jonathon Brooks, a notable player for the Panthers, will now begin his rehabilitation process as he works towards returning to the field. The team will need to adjust their offensive strategy and personnel during his absence.
Story summarized from the original created by STEVE REED AP Sports Writer on www.cbs17.com, see more information here.
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