In the season opener against South Carolina, British Brooks made his long awaited return to the football field after exploding in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl and then suffering a knee injury that cost him the 2022 season. His hard work earned him the starting nod at running back, and he repaid Mack Brown’s faith with 103 rushing yards on 15 carries and 18 receiving yards on three catches.
Before the App State game, it was announced that Brooks was likely out of the game with a lower-body injury:
Official from #UNC: OL Ed Montilus out with a lower-body injury, RB British Brooks doubtful with a lower-body injury.