Panthers Place Miles Sanders on Injured Reserve

The Carolina Panthers have placed running back Miles Sanders on injured reserve due to an ankle injury sustained in a recent game, sidelining him for at least four weeks. In his absence, rookie Jonathon Brooks will make his NFL debut against the Kansas City Chiefs after recovering from an ACL injury that kept him out all season. Panthers head coach Dave Canales confirmed that Brooks will not be on a pitch count and is expected to contribute significantly to the run game. Chuba Hubbard, who has performed well this season, remains the starting running back, but Brooks's involvement could add depth to the offense. Coach Canales expressed confidence in Brooks's readiness, noting his strong practice performance leading up to the game. The Panthers are looking to leverage Brooks’s potential as they navigate a challenging season.