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Canales optimistic Brooks will play; could share lead-back role in run-heavy plan.

Brooks is competing with Chuba Hubbard for lead-back duties; head coach Dave Canales expressed optimism that Brooks will play despite being on the injury report. The source notes that establishing the run game early against Chicago's weak run defense (26th-ranked) is essential to Panthers offensive rhythm, and Brooks could be a key part of that strategy.

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