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Jonathon Brooks
RB

Jonathon Brooks

CAR inactive

Jonathon Brooks is a RB for the CAR (NFL). Currently inactive. The Panthers haven't yet opened Brooks' 21-day practice window, but that might happen soon after head coach Dave Cana...

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathon Brooks playing this week?
As of November 3, 2026, Jonathon Brooks has no official injury designation on file, but the latest report says: The Panthers haven't yet opened Brooks' 21-day practice window, but that might happen soon after head coach Dave Canales said Monday that the young running back would "potentially" be designated for return from injured reserve this week. Check his status again before lineup lock.
Should I start Jonathon Brooks in fantasy football this week?
Check his health first: The Panthers haven't yet opened Brooks' 21-day practice window, but that might happen soon after head coach Dave Canales said Monday that the young running back would "potentially" be designated for return from injured reserve this week. Jonathon Brooks scored 2.1 fantasy points in his most recent game. Start/sit decisions should also account for the current matchup and your league's scoring format.
What is Jonathon Brooks's injury status?
Jonathon Brooks's most recent injury report (injury_update): The Panthers haven't yet opened Brooks' 21-day practice window, but that might happen soon after head coach Dave Canales said Monday that the young running back would "potentially" be designated for return from injured reserve this week. Current roster designation: inactive.
How has Jonathon Brooks been performing recently?
Jonathon Brooks's recent fantasy output: Wk 2: 2.1 pts vs ATL; Wk 1: 7.2 pts vs CHI; Wk 13: 7.1 pts vs TB.
Is Jonathon Brooks worth a waiver claim?
Jonathon Brooks's waiver value depends on roster needs, current injury status, and remaining schedule. See PlayCaller's waiver wire section for a current add/drop recommendation.
Recent Performance

Season Totals

SeasonGamesTotal FPTSAvg FPTSPass YdsRush YdsRecTD
2026 2 GP 9.3 4.7/g avg — 30 2 —
2024 1 GP 7.1 7.1/g avg — 18 3 —

Game Log

WeekOppFPTSPass YdsRush YdsRecTD
2026 Season
Wk 2 ATL 2.1 — 16 1 —
Wk 1 CHI 7.2 — 14 1 —
2024 Season
Wk 13 TB 7.1 — 18 3 —
Confidence
16%
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Heat: Warming

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