The Athletic Football Show on Jonathon Brooks

PodcastQuarterbacks at a crossroads in 2026August 25, 2026

From the episode

But add Jonathan Brooks to that mix as well, just in the sense that now having somebody to do some work after the catch and create some manufactured touches to where we had absolutely no one with that skill set previously.

Mentioned at 33:24 – 33:40

STACKED’s take

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Brooks adds needed YAC ability and manufactured touches to the Panthers' offense.

Jonathan Brooks is expected to provide the Panthers with a skill set they previously lacked: the ability to create yards after the catch and generate manufactured touches, further improving the environment for Bryce Young.