Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury during Sunday’s loss to the New Orleans Saints, according to NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.
Brown’s meniscus injury will require surgery, which will determine the exact timeline of his recovery. The 26-year-old defensive lineman was coming off his first Pro Bowl season and had recently signed a four-year, $96 million extension with $63 million guaranteed.
This injury is a significant blow to the Panthers’ defense, as Brown was a key contributor to their success last season. The team will now need to adjust their defensive strategy in his absence.
