Panthers DL Derrick Brown (knee) could be out for the rest of the season

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Carolina Panthers defensive lineman Derrick Brown reportedly suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury in Sunday's opening loss at New Orleans.

NFL Network reported Monday that Brown's meniscus injury will require surgery, with a timeline to be determined during that process.

It was not immediately clear when the injury occurred during the Panthers' lopsided 47-10 loss to the Saints. He recorded three tackles and played 60 of Carolina's 66 defensive snaps.

Brown, a 2023 Pro Bowl selection, has started 64 of his 67 games since Carolina drafted him with the seventh pick out of Auburn in 2020. He signed a four-year, $96 million contract this offseason.

Brown, 26, has recorded eight sacks, 48 ​​quarterback hits, 21 passes defended, two interceptions and 248 tackles.

–Field level media