Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Thu 1/8/26 4:10 PM

Brown (concussion) doesn't have an injury designation for Saturday's wild-card round game against the Rams.
EDGE Analysis
Brown has exited the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, which means he has gained clearance from an independent neurologist and will be available for Saturday's playoff game against his former team. The rotational defensive lineman practiced without limitations Wednesday and Thursday.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Wed 1/7/26 7:30 PM

Brown (concussion) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice
EDGE Analysis
Brown entered the league's concussion protocol during the Panthers' Week 18 loss to the Buccaneers. His ability to practice in full is a good sign that he is progressing in his recovery, but Brown would not be allowed to play in Saturday's wild-card game against the Rams unless an independent neurologist were to clear him from the league's protocol. Thursday's injury report should provide clarity on Brown's chances of playing in the opening round of the NFC playoffs.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Tue 1/6/26 5:37 PM

Brown (concussion) was listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Brown continues to work his way through the five-step concussion protocol. He'll need to resume practicing without restrictions and gain full medical clearance, including from an independent neurologist, in order to be eligible to suit up for Sunday's wild-card round matchup against the Rams.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Sat 1/3/26 6:04 PM

Brown (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against the Buccaneers, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
EDGE Analysis
Brown exited the game in the second quarter after suffering a head injury, which has been confirmed to be a concussion. The defensive end will now enter the league's five-step concussion protocol. If the Panthers can secure a playoff birth by the end of Week 18, Brown will need to upgrade his practice participation and clear the league's protocol in the hope of playing in the team's wild-card matchup.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Sat 1/3/26 5:42 PM

Brown is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Buccaneers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Brown exited the game in the second quarter after suffering a potential head injury. The defensive end will be evaluated by the NFL's independent neurological specialists, and if he is deemed to have suffered a concussion will enter the league's concussion protocol and be ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game. LaBryan Ray will likely see more snaps on the Panthers' defensive line in Brown's absence.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Fri 9/19/25 2:41 PM

Brown (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.
EDGE Analysis
The 25-year-old defensive lineman popped up on the Panthers' injury report Thursday as a non-participant in practice due to a knee issue. However, he practiced in full Friday, suggesting he's ready to face the Falcons on Sunday. Brown has tallied six total tackles over his first two games with Carolina, and he's expected to play as the team's top nose tackle in Week 3.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Tue 7/29/25 12:38 PM

Brown (hamstring) was activated off the active/non-football injury list Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
EDGE Analysis
Brown is ready to practice again after being sidelined with a hamstring injury last week. The 24-year-old had a career year with the Rams last season, playing 455 defensive snaps and registering 44 tackles and one defensed pass across 17 regular-season games.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Tue 7/22/25 9:15 PM

The Panthers placed Brown (hamstring) on the active/non-football injury list Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Brown is dealing with a hamstring injury, per Joe Person of The Athletic, but isn't expected to miss much time. He can be activated and begin practicing as soon as he's medically cleared.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Mon 3/10/25 5:17 PM

Brown signed with the Panthers on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 2021 fourth-round pick from Texas A&M will join the Panthers after spending the first four years of his career with the Rams. Brown had a career year in 2024, recording 44 total tackles and one pass defended across 17 regular-season appearances (16 starts). He's the third free-agent defender the Panthers have added Monday, joining safety Tre'von Moehrig and defensive end Pat Jones. Brown will look to fortify a Carolina defensive line that allowed the most yards per carry (5.2) in the NFL in 2024.

Bobby Brown
DE/IL CAR (14)
Thu 1/30/25 10:01 PM

Brown recorded 44 tackles and one pass defended across 17 games with the Rams in 2024.
EDGE Analysis
Brown played out the final year of his rookie contract and has progressively seen his role expand each year as a pro. In 2024, he stayed fully healthy for the first time while recording a career-high in snaps (455) and tackles. Brown is a traditional run-stuffing lineman who doesn't offer much as a pass rusher, but he still should be a relatively popular option for teams looking to fortify their defensive line this offseason.