Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks ready to practice

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Positive news hit the Carolina Panthers' backfield on Wednesday with the practice debut of second-round rookie running back Jonathon Brooks.

Brooks was deemed ready to roll by head coach Dave Canales, and the Panthers officially activated him from the non-football injury list on Wednesday. Carolina also activated safety Sam Franklin Jr. and defen