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Derrick Brown Injury News & Updates
Nov 13, 2025
Practices fully Thursday
Brown (knee) was a full participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Brown's participation was limited Wednesday, but that seems to have been for maintenance purposes. Barring a setback, Brown should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Falcons. He has 3.0 sacks among his 40 tackles (20 solo) this season.
Nov 12, 2025
Battling knee injury
Brown was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown played his typical role in Sunday's loss to the Saints and logged a season-high nine tackles, so it's unclear when he suffered the injury. It could be a move to limit his workload, so his practice status for the rest of the week is worth monitoring.
Nov 11, 2025
Game-high nine stops in Week 10
Brown logged nine tackles (six solo) during the Panthers' 17-7 loss to the Saints on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Brown led both teams with a season-high nine tackles Sunday, his most in a game since Week 10 of the 2023 regular season against the Bears (10 tackles). The sixth-year pro is up to 40 tackles (20 solo), including 3.0 sacks, and five pass defenses through 10 regular-season games.
Nov 7, 2025
Ready for Sunday
Brown (elbow) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old popped up on the Panthers' injury report Thursday as a limited practice participant due to an elbow issue. However, he upgraded to full participation Friday, suggesting he's moved past the issue in time to face New Orleans in Week 10. With Brown back at full health, he's expected to operate as the Panthers' top interior defensive lineman Sunday.
Nov 6, 2025
Logs limited session Thursday
Brown (elbow) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Brown was a new addition to the injury report Thursday, however, the 27-year-old does not appear to be too concerned with the injury designation, saying his elbow is "good", per Joe Person of The Athletic. The sixth-year pro plays a crucial role on Carolina's, recording 31 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and five passes defensed in the team's first nine games of the season.
Oct 29, 2025
Practices in full
Brown (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
The veteran defensive lineman sustained a knee injury in the Panthers' Week 8 loss to the Bills, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. Brown is an integral part of Carolina's defense, recording 27 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and five passes defended over the team's first eight games. Now back at full health, he's expected to operate as one of the Panthers' top defensive linemen in the Week 9 matchup against the Packers.
Oct 26, 2025
Not dealing with major injury
Brown (knee) doesn't believe that he is dealing with a significant injury, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown exited in the fourth quarter of Sunday's Week 8 matchup against Buffalo and didn't return. The veteran defensive end said after the loss that he is fine and that his knee "just locked up" on the artificial turf. Panthers coach Dave Canales also said that Brown should be fine, per Newton, but Brown's participation level during Week 9 practices should provide further clarity about his status moving forward.
Oct 26, 2025
Exits with knee injury
Brown (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown went to the blue medical tent to be evaluated for a knee injury, but he may be held out the rest of the way given that the Bills hold a commanding lead in the fourth quarter. If he's unable to return, then LaBryan Ray and Bobby Brown would be in line for more snaps at defensive end.
Oct 20, 2025
Does it all in Week 7
Brown recorded seven total tackles (four solo), including 2.0 sacks, and three passes defended in Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The 2020 first-round pick from Auburn was one of five Panthers to sack a Jets quarterback, taking down both Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields during Sunday's win. After playing just one game in 2024 due to a knee injury, Brown has returned to his usual form to begin Carolina's 2025 campaign. He's been a large part of the team's defensive success, recording 26 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and five passes defended over the first seven games. Expect Brown to remain an integral part of the Panthers' defensive game plan in Week 8, when the Bills travel to Carolina.
Aug 16, 2025
Past oblique injury
Brown (oblique) played in Saturday's preseason game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Brown was nursing a sore oblique last month, but he saw his first action of the preseason versus Houston, playing one defensive series. Brown played in just one regular-season game last season and due to a knee injury that required meniscus surgery.
Jul 29, 2025
Nursing oblique soreness
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Thursday that Brown (oblique) is managing soreness, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown is working his way back from meniscus surgery undergone to address a knee injury that limited him to just one appearance in 2024, and he declared himself 100 percent healthy to kick off training camp. As such, Carolina figures to take a cautious approach as the starting defensive end works his way back from his current oblique issue. Canales reiterated Tuesday that Brown's surgically repaired knee "feels great."
Jul 26, 2025
Declares self 100 percent
Brown (knee) practiced Saturday and stated he felt back to 100 percent, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown played just one game last season before undergoing season-ending meniscus surgery in September. In his last full season in 2023, Brown recorded 103 tackles (57 solo), six pass breakups and 2.0 sacks through 17 games. He's locked into a starting role on Carolina's defensive line heading into 2025.
Jun 12, 2025
Hoping to drill during camp
Brown (knee) should be ready to participate in drills during training camp on a limited basis, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown said in April that he'd be ready for the start of the regular season, per David Newton of ESPN.com. The defensive end only played in one game in 2024 due to a meniscus issue, but in 2023 he recorded 103 tackles (57 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and six pass breakups, including an interception. The 2020 first-round pick started 63 of 66 regular-season games across his first four seasons, and then he earned a four-year, $96-million extension ahead of the 2024 campaign.
Apr 23, 2025
Expects to be ready for Week 1
Brown (knee) said Wednesday that he's participating in voluntary offseason workouts and expects to be ready for the start of the regular season, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown missed all but one game of the 2024 season due to a meniscus injury, though he suited up for all 17 games in back-to-back prior seasons, including a 2023 campaign in which he tallied a career-best 103 tackles (57 solo), including 2.0 sacks, six passes defensed and one interception. Getting the 2020 first-round pick back to full health will be crucial to the performance of Carolina's defensive front.
Sep 10, 2024
Goes on IR, season over
Carolina placed Brown (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday. He'll miss the remainder of the 2024 season, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown tallied three tackles and played 60 of the Panthers' 66 defensive snaps in Sunday's 47-10 loss to the Saints in Week 1 but emerged from the contest with a meniscus injury. He's expected to undergo a procedure to address the injury, and the fact that the Panthers are ruling him out for the season suggests that he'll be getting a full repair of the meniscus rather than a partial meniscectomy. A 2020 first-round draft pick, Brown earned his first Pro Bowl nod last season, when he suited up in all 17 games while registering 103 tackles, two sacks, one interception and six passes defensed.
Sep 9, 2024
Expected to undergo knee surgery
Brown (knee) is feared to have suffered potentially a season-ending meniscus injury during Sunday's 47-10 loss to the Saints, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown's injury is among the worst pieces of news the Panthers could receive after the Week 1 rout. Following the offseason departure of Brian Burns, no player is more invaluable to Carolina's defensive front than Brown, who inked a four-year, $96 million contract extension with the team this offseason. Pelissero reports that Brown will require knee surgery to address the severity of his meniscus issue, after which a full recovery timetable will be discerned. It sounds like only a matter of time before the Panthers rule Brown out versus the Chargers in Week 2, though, which could thrust Jayden Peevy and LaBryan Ray into expanded roles.
Apr 5, 2024
Lands massive contract extension
Brown has agreed to a four-year contract extension with the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Schefter, Brown's four-year extension with Carolina is for $96 million and includes $63.165 million guaranteed. The 2020 first-rounder is coming off a 2023 regular season in which he racked up 103 tackles -- an NFL record for defensive lineman -- to go along with 2.0 sacks and an interception in 17 games. By extending Brown, the Panthers retain a major piece in the middle of their defense for the next several years, which represents a key move for the unit, which no longer includes Brian Burns, who was traded to the Giants last month.
Jan 12, 2024
Record-setting season
Brown finished the regular season with 103 tackles (57 solo), two sacks and an interception in 17 games.
ANALYSIS
Brown enjoyed an exemplary campaign, as his tackle total set an NFL record for defensive linemen. The 25-year-old has increased his tackle tally across each of his four seasons, coming good on the first-round investment Carolina made in him back in 2020. While 2024 is currently slated to be Brown's final year with the Panthers, it wouldn't be surprising if a new front office seeks to secure him to a long-term deal before next season.
Jan 1, 2024
Busy day in loss
Brown finished Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Jaguars with eight tackles (three solo).
ANALYSIS
Brown tied with Brian Burns for the most tackles on the team Sunday. Brown has registered five-plus tackles in eight of his last 10 games since the Panthers' Week 7 bye. He's up to a career-high 96 tackles (51 solo) on the season.
Dec 26, 2023
Productive in loss
Brown logged nine total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Brown has had a career-year for the Panthers' defense, recording 88 total tackles, including sick tackles for loss and 1.0 sack, while deflecting four passes and intercepting one as well. The Auburn product ranks second on Carolina in total tackles, but his 88 are good enough to make him the NFL's leading tackler amongst defensive lineman. Expect Brown to continue wreaking havoc for the Panthers' defense as the year goes on.
Dec 12, 2023
Secures interception in loss
Brown recorded 10 tackles (five solo), while also intercepting a pass and deflecting another in Sunday's 28-6 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Brown was able to reach double-digit tackles for the second time this season while he also intercepted a pass from Derek Carr in the second quarter. The defensive lineman has now registered a career-high 74 tackles, including a sack, over 13 contests so far in 2023.
Nov 11, 2023
Records 10 tackles
Brown finished with 10 tackles (nine solo) in the Panthers' 16-13 loss to the Bears on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The starting defensive end also played on 90% of the defensive snaps. Brown has 49 tackles and two passes defensed this season.
Oct 15, 2023
Active for Week 6
Brown (knee) is active for Sunday's game against Miami.
ANALYSIS
Brown picked up the injury during a Week 5 matchup against the Lions, though he'll be ready to go after turning in a limited practice Friday. He has played a key role along the Carolina defensive line, tallying 29 tackles and a sack across five games.
Oct 13, 2023
Questionable for Week 6
Brown (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Brown turned in a limited practice Friday after not participating Thursday, at least giving himself a fighting chance at suiting up at Miami. If he's forced to sit out though, it could mean an expanded role for Nick Thurman at defensive tackle.
Sep 19, 2023
Tallies seven tackles in loss
Brown accumulated seven tackles (four solo) in the 20-17 loss to New Orlean's in Week 2.
ANALYSIS
Brown is now up to 15 tackles (12 solo) through two games. The defensive tackle was on the field for nearly every defensive play Monday, as he saw 69 snaps (93 percent). He also chipped in on five special teams plays (21 percent). He will look to carry his early-season momentum into Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
Sep 11, 2023
Leads team in tackles
Brown recorded nine tackles (eight solo, two for a loss) and one sack in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Brown put a stop to the Falcons' last drive of the first half by sacking quarterback Desmond Ridder for 13 yards. Seven of Brown's nine tackles came in the second half as Atlanta shifted to more running plays late with the lead. He is well on his way to eclipsing the career-high 67 tackles he had last season. The Panthers will face another divisional rival in Week 2 as they take on the Saints in their home opener.
May 1, 2023
Fifth-year option picked up
Brown had his fifth-year option picked up by the Panthers on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown has been very productive over three seasons with the Panthers, most recently recording a career-high 67 tackles, including a sack, while deflecting seven passes and intercepting a ball over 17 games in 2022. The team will now have another year of control on Brown before he could reach free agency following the 2024 campaign.
May 1, 2023
Fifth-year option picked up
Brown had his fifth-year option picked up by the Panthers on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown has been very productive over three seasons with the Panthers, most recently recording a career-high 67 tackles, including a sack, while deflecting seven passes and intercepting a ball over 17 games in 2022. The team will now have another year of control on Brown before he could reach free agency following the 2024 campaign.
Jan 12, 2023
Career high in stops
Brown made a career-high 67 tackles (30 solo) to go with one sack and seven passes defended while playing all 17 games across the 2022 season.
ANALYSIS
Brown also intercepted the first pass of his career, an added bonus to his most productive tackling campaign thus far. Since being drafted seventh overall in 2020, Brown has struggled getting to the passer consistently, but he at least elevated his performance elsewhere this season. Depending on whether the Panthers pick up his fifth-year option or not, 2023 could be Brown's final under contact in Carolina.
Nov 8, 2022
Participates in full
Brown (illness) was a full participant in practice Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown left Sunday's loss to the Bengals early due to an illness, and he was listed as a limited participant in Monday's estimated practice report as well. However, it appears the third-year pro has fully recovered and will be able to suit up Thursday against the Falcons.
Nov 6, 2022
Questionable to return
Brown is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals due to an illness, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
If Brown isn't able to return to Sunday's contest versus Cincinnati due to an illness, Matt Ioannidis and Bravvion Roy are slated to handle most defensive tackle snaps for the rest of the day
Nov 1, 2022
12 tackles in close loss
Brown recorded 12 tackles (five solo) and 0.5 sacks in Sunday's 37-34 defeat against the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Brown logged the first double double-digit tackle outing of his career while playing a season-high 60 defensive snaps Sunday. However, the defensive tackle still finished as the Panthers' second-leading tackler behind linebacker Shaq Thompson (13). While Brown has not been as productive in the sack column this season, he's just one tackle shy of setting a new career high over just eight games played in 2022.
Oct 17, 2022
Productive in defeat
Brown finished with seven tackles (three solo) and half a sack in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Brown registered a pair of quarterback hits and posted his highest tackle tally of the season to boot. That performance likely won't calm trade speculation surrounding the Panthers, as Brown now sports 24 tackles, half a sack, one interception and six total passes defended through six games so far.
Sep 26, 2022
Makes rare interception
Brown made two solo tackles and defended two passes, including an interception, in Sunday's 22-14 win over the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Brown picked off opposing quarterback Jameis Winston to begin the fourth quarter, marking the first interception of his three-year career. Through three games, he's already defended three passes to go with 11 tackles, but Brown is yet to make his first sack.
Sep 7, 2022
Ready to go for season opener
Brown (oblique) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Darin Gnatt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown was sidelined early as a precaution during the Panthers' preseason finale, but he appears to be fully healthy heading into the regular season. The 2020 first-round pick has recorded 75 tackles and five sacks through his first two NFL seasons and should garner another sizable role in 2022.
Aug 26, 2022
Held out as precaution
Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said Brown (oblique) was held out of Friday's preseason contest against the Bills due to precautionary reasons, Ellis L. Williams of The Charlotte Observer reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown registered half a sack before leaving the contest with what appears to be a minor injury. The 2020 first-round pick has recorded 75 tackles and five sacks through his first two NFL seasons, and barring his health, he's is set to continue his strong play in 2022.
Aug 26, 2022
Ruled out Friday
Brown has been ruled out for the remainder of Friday's preseason game against the Bills due to an oblique injury, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear when Brown suffered the injury, but he registered a half sack of Bills' backup quarterback Case Keenum before leaving the contest. The 2020 first-round pick has recorded 75 tackles and five sacks through his first two NFL seasons, so it'd be a major blow to Carolina's defense if he's forced to miss an extended period.
Jan 9, 2022
Active Sunday
Brown (elbow) is active Sunday against the Buccaneers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown logged limited practices Thursday and Friday, but he feels good enough to play Sunday. He'll look to finish his season strong Sunday against the Buccaneers.
Jan 7, 2022
Questionable Week 18
Brown (elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown was added to the injury report as a limited participant Thursday and practice again in a limited session Friday. The 2020 first-round pick has 40 tackles (26 solo) and three sacks through 15 games this season.
Jan 3, 2022
Gets to quarterback
Brown finished with three solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Brown registered two stops for loss, with his sack marking his third of the campaign. The former first-round pick now sports 40 tackles heading into Week 18's finale versus the Buccaneers, an improvement on his rookie total last year.
Dec 25, 2021
Clears COVID protocols
Brown was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown returns in time for Sunday's matchup with the Buccaneers after missing last Sunday against the Bills. The 2020 first-round selection should return to his starting nose tackle role, where he's compiled 36 tackles (23 solo), two sacks and four passes defensed through 13 games in 2021.
Dec 18, 2021
Lands on COVID list
Brown has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown is the third Panthers player to land on the COVID list. If he is vaccinated, he will be required to have two negative tests 24 hours apart before being able to return. Thus, he will be sidelined for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Oct 25, 2021
Gets sack Sunday
Brown made six tackles (four solo) and a sack in Sunday's 25-3 loss to the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Brown posted a season-best tackling total while getting his second sack of the campaign. He'll strive to keep his momentum going in Week 8 versus the Falcons.
Sep 13, 2021
Starts with sack
Brown finished with four tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 19-14 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Brown dropped opposing quarterback Zach Wilson for a 10-yard loss in the fourth quarter, starting his second season with a bang. Last year's seventh-overall pick made another tackle for loss and defended a pass as well Sunday, showing very encouraging signs to begin the campaign.
Jan 12, 2021
Encouraging rookie campaign
Brown finished the 2020 season with 34 tackles (21 solo), two sacks and four passes defended in 16 games played.
ANALYSIS
Brown was drafted seventh overall last year and immediately became a starter in the middle of the Panthers' defense. At 6-5, 318 pounds, Brown proved to be a disruptive interior presence, playing 70 percent of Carolina's defensive snaps overall, and pitched in with a pair of sacks of Aaron Rodgers in Week 15. The 22-year-old will now aim to elevate his game further heading into his second season.
Dec 20, 2020
Posts two sacks
Brown finished with three solo tackles and two sacks in Saturday's 24-16 loss to the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Brown's first career sacks came against Aaron Rodgers of all people, giving the rookie a day to remember despite his team losing once again. With two games remaining this season, Brown currently sports 32 tackles and two passes defended to go with Saturday's pair of quarterback takedowns.
Dec 11, 2020
Back from COVID-19 list
The Panthers activated Brown (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown ultimately spent less than a week on the COVID-19 list, and he'll be eligible to suit up for Sunday's game against the Broncos. The rookie first-round pick is still looking for his first sack.
Dec 7, 2020
Moves to COVID list
Brown (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
It's unknown if the 22-year-old is a close contact of an infected individual or if he tested positive for the virus. Brown needs to clear the COVID-19 protocols before being able to return to the active roster.
Nov 9, 2020
High in tackles
Brown finished with five tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 33-31 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Brown's tackle total marked a new career high for the first-round pick, but he also committed a couple penalties Sunday. He'll aim to maintain his production while eliminating mistakes in Week 10 versus the Buccaneers.
Oct 19, 2020
Good impact Sunday
Brown finished with three tackles (two solo), including 1.5 for a loss, in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Brown also registered a quarterback hit, putting forth a strong showing the middle of Carolina's defense. Through six games, the rookie first-rounder has made 13 tackles, including 5.5 behind the line of scrimmage, but is still awaiting his first career sack.
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