Brooks' Fantasy Prospects with the Panthers
Jonathon Brooks, the 22‑year‑old running back drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 2024, is trying to translate college promise into NFL production after missing most of his first two seasons with ACL setbacks.
Despite the injury concerns, analysts project a workload that could yield 125 rushing attempts for 552 yards and three touchdowns, complemented by 23 receptions and 166 receiving yards, positioning him as a low‑RB2 in standard formats and a solid RB2 or strong 1B in deeper leagues.
The team’s depth chart lists Chuba Hubbard as the clear lead back, but Brooks is expected to carve out a meaningful share of carries, especially in situations where the Panthers look to diversify their attack.
Dynasty enthusiasts are already debating whether to acquire Brooks now, with some suggesting that his age and upside justify a trade before his value climbs, while others caution that the injury history introduces notable risk.
Fantasy analysts such as Adam Pfeifer and Jadarian Price have highlighted Brooks’s college metrics — 1,139 rushing yards and a 34% missed‑tackles‑forced rate — as evidence of hidden upside that could translate into breakout performance if he stays healthy.
Meanwhile, other backs like AJ Dillon and Trevor Etienne loom as competition for touches, but the Panthers’ offensive scheme appears designed to give Brooks opportunities in the passing game, which could boost his PPR value.