Austin Ekeler to work out for Panthers

Key Points:

• Chuba Hubbard emerged as the Panthers' clear lead running back, out-carrying Jonathon Brooks and serving as the primary red zone back, which limits Brooks' touchdown opportunities.
• Jonathon Brooks, returning from major knee injuries, showed promising speed and burst but has been limited in practice due to a groin injury, casting doubt on his Week 3 availability.
• The Panthers plan to split carries between Hubbard and Brooks this season, but Hubbard is expected to receive the majority of work if he remains healthy, making Brooks more of a touchdown-dependent flex option.
• Hubbard is recovering from a hamstring injury and, if fully healthy, will likely continue as the main back alongside Brooks in a running back by committee (RBBC) approach, complicating fantasy football projections.
• Brooks' injury status remains uncertain with limited practices recently, and the Panthers' backfield situation may be challenging for fantasy managers due to the shared workload and injury concerns.