Karl Dermarad Brooks (born May 8, 2000) is an American football defensive end for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Bowling Green.
Early life and high school career
Brooks grew up in Lansing, Michigan and went to J. W. Sexton High School. He initially committed to play college football at Division II Grand Valley State but later changed his commitment to Bowling Green after receiving a later offer from the program.
College career
In his collegiate career Brooks totaled 167 tackles, 46 being for a loss, 27.5 sacks, 1 interception, 5 pass deflections, 5 forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery. In the 2021 season he was named third team all MAC. His best collegiate year occurred in 2022 where he recorded 50 tackles, 18 going for a loss, 10 sacks, 4 pass deflections, a fumble recovery, and 2 forced fumbles. He was also named first team all MAC.
Brooks was projected to be a fourth to fifth round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Professional career
Brooks was drafted in the sixth round, 179th overall, by the Green Bay Packers in the 2023 NFL Draft. He signed his rookie contract on May 5.