Brown beat rookie Jonah Savaiinaea for a sack on Tagovailoa, contributing to the Panthers’ steady pressure and late-game turnaround.

Brown anchors Carolina’s interior line, delivering tackle volume and strong run defense as the defense evolves under Evero, eyeing more consistency as rookies contribute and the unit gains cohesion.

Brown provided push in the Panthers front and was a focal point for Patriots blocking schemes, with mixed success as the run-stopper drew attention from play-action and quick-game counters.

Brown is a disruptive interior force for Carolina, and his quick presence will test NEP’s interior line, especially with Will Campbell stepping in at left tackle. His ability to penetrate and collapse the pocket will influence NEP’s run and pass game balance.

Ejiro Evero uses the same word three times to describe Derrick Brown, underscoring the interior disruptor's impact on Carolina's run defense and overall pressure up the middle as the team navigates the loss of Legette.