Panthers Select First RB Jonathon Brooks at No. 46 in 2024 NFL Draft

Apr 27, 2024, 12:14 AM

The Carolina Panthers have strategically moved up in the 2024 NFL Draft to select Jonathon Brooks, a running back from Texas, with the 46th overall pick, the No. 14 pick of Round 2. This decision came after a trade with the Indianapolis Colts, where the Panthers acquired the 46th pick in exchange for the 52nd, 142nd, and 155th picks. Brooks, who finished 6th in rushing yards and 11th in missed tackles forced last season, was the first running back selected in this draft. Despite a recent ACL injury, he received a 91.5 PFF Grade, the 4th highest among Power Five RBs, and is expected to be fully recovered by training camp. He is seen as a key addition to bolster the Panthers' running game.