Panthers Injury Report Week One | NFL News

0:00On September 7th, all right, let's talk Carolina Panthers. With week one against the Bears right around the corner, the big question is, who's healthy enough to hit the field? Injuries have been a real headache this offseason, with some key guys already out for the whole season. But there's a glimmer of hope as a few players who are sideline are looking good to go for the opener. Running back Jonathan Brooks, who's been dealing with some soreness and missed a few practices is looking very optimistic for week one, according to head coach Dave Canales. Some think it's just the team giving him a breather after a lot of reps, especially with Chuba Hubbard's sideline earlier. Brooks is expected to share the backfield workload with Hubbard. Speaking of Hubbard, he's been nursing a hamstring injury but is returned to practice and is aiming to be a full participant. He mentioned the team is being cautious, remembering how he pushed himself back to early last year. He feels good and ready for week one, and will likely split carries with Brooks, possibly getting the slight edge due to his experience.

1:02Titan Darren Waller, signed in August, has been wrapping up and was seen practicing recently. He's on track to be ready for Sunday, and could be a significant factor in the passing game, especially with the uncertainty at wide receiver. We'll see how many snaps he actually gets. On the tougher side, the Panthers have several players on injured reserve, including wide receiver Chris Brazell and outside linebacker Nick Scowardin. Both out for the season. Offensive line-man Brady Christensen and linebacker Bam Martin Scott will miss at least the first four games, but are expected back. Quarterback Trevor Etienne's ankle injury isn't season ending. NFL News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day.