Jonathon Brooks

Panthers HC Dave Canales said he is optimistic about Jonathon Brooks (knee) returning in Week 10 against the Giants.

The Panthers have until Wednesday to activate Brooks from the PUP list or rule him out for the season. It’s mildly concerning that Canales won’t come out and say Brooks is playing in Week 10, especially after reports over the weekend said he was expected to return. The Panthers have pushed Brooks’ recovery about as far as it can go. We assume he’ll be officially activated on Wednesday barring an unexpected setback.