Jonathon Brooks Practices After Injury Recovery

Noah Brown continues to be limited in practice due to a groin injury but managed to play in Week 6, catching four passes for 58 yards. The Detroit Lions are facing the Minnesota Vikings without star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, who is out for the season with a broken leg, forcing the team to adapt to his absence. Meanwhile, the Carolina Panthers have opened a 21-day practice window for rookie running back Jonathon Brooks, who is recovering from an ACL injury, but his return is being managed on a week-to-week basis. Brooks was limited in practice but showed progress without a knee brace. Head coach Dave Canales emphasized the importance of Brooks' comfort and confidence before his potential debut, which may not be in Week 7. The Panthers are also optimistic about the contributions of other rookies as they seek to improve their struggling defense.