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One Panthers Player Who Was a Big Winner on Saturday Without Playing

The Carolina Panthers played their second preseason game on Saturday. The starters actually saw the field this time, playing a couple of possessions. One starter who wasn't out there was running back Chuba Hubbard.

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Panthers Offense Could End Up Radically Different Under Brad Idzik

The Carolina Panthers changed play-callers over the offseason, with Dave Canales handing off duties to Brad Idzik, his longtime assistant. Idzik had been the offensive coordinator with the Panthers, but he'd never called plays before.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 16

4 Winners and 4 Losers from Panthers' Preseason Loss to Bills

The Carolina Panthers made the trip up to Buffalo to take on the Bills on Saturday. This game definitely wasn't as pretty as the Panthers' first preseason contest was.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Panthers' Premier Free Agent Additions Shine in Preseason Loss

The Carolina Panthers took the field on Saturday for the second time this preseason. The Panthers had a nice showing in the Hall of Fame Game, taking down the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

The Panthers Got Crushed By Bills, But Here are 5 Things That Matter

The Carolina Panthers were shellacked by the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. Bryce Young and the offense struggled, and everything but the pass rush was pretty porous.

Jaelan Phillips News / A to Z Sports / August 15

Carolina Panthers Preseason Takeaways: Jaelan Phillips dominates but Carolina’s starting offense struggles in loss to Bills

The Carolina Panthers’ second preseason game fell short of expectations with the majority of the starters in action, but a few players did shine and give the team some confidence after this loss.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

9 Biggest Takeaways from Sad Carolina Panthers Preseason Loss to Buffalo Bills

The Carolina Panthers put on an ugly display in their first preseason game with meaningful players involved. They were crushed by the Buffalo Bills, but despite the bad result, there were some positives.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Panthers Predicted to Land Game-Changing Defensive Star in 2027 Mock Draft

The Carolina Panthers definitely aren't thinking about the 2027 NFL Draft right now. The team is working through the preseason and trying to make sure they can contend again in 2026.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

The Panthers Have Looked Bad vs. Bills, But Here's The Important Takeaway

The Carolina Panthers looked totally outclassed by the Buffalo Bills during the first half. The Panthers left their first-team offense out for three series versus two for the Bills and Josh Allen, and it was night and day.

Bryce Young News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

No, It's Not Time to Panic on Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young

For the first time this preseason, Bryce Young was out on the field for the Carolina Panthers. As reported, he did not see the field much, but he had multiple series to make his mark on the Panthers' offense.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Panthers Reveal Inactive List for Preseason Game Against Bills, Including Camp Star

It's game day for the Carolina Panthers once again. The team took down the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game last week, and now they're preparing to take on the Buffalo Bills.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

5 Key Matchups to Watch in Bills-Panthers Preseason

The Carolina Panthers and Buffalo Bills will face off this afternoon. It's the first real preseason game since the Hall of Fame Game is its own thing, and it's the first time starters on either side of the field will play.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Are Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan Playing Against Bills Saturday?

The Carolina Panthers are getting set to take on the Buffalo Bills in their second preseason game on Saturday. The Panthers' first preseason game was an entertaining one.

Darren Waller News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

Why Panthers Finally Broke Down and Signed Darren Waller

The Carolina Panthers made what could be a significant addition to their tight ends room after the team signed Darren Waller to a one-year deal last week.

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Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks is Rapidly Replacing Chuba Hubbard in Fantasy Football

With the NFL season just weeks away now, it's officially fantasy football draft season. Even though Week 1 of the season is just 25 days away, there's still time for players' stock to rise or fall.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 15

3 Bold Predictions for Panthers vs Bills Preseason Matchup

Back in action for the second time this preseason, the Carolina Panthers make their first road trip of the year. Heading up to Buffalo, the Panthers will face Josh Allen (for less than a quarter) and the Bills.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 14

4 Things We Need to See From Panthers in Preseason Matchup Against Bills

The Carolina Panthers are preparing for their second preseason game on Saturday. The team took down the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game, and we got to see a lot in that contest.

Dave Canales News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 13

Dave Canales explains why Panthers signed Darren Waller

The Carolina Panthers believe they can squeeze one more year out of tight end Darren Waller. Carolina turned heads Wednesday in signing the past Pro Bowler.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / August 13

The Carolina Panthers Signed a Game Changer

The Carolina Panthers are staring at a very difficult 2026-27 season due to some major offensive line injuries, but there is no time to dwell on any potential failures.

Chuba Hubbard News / Field Level Media / August 13

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard (hamstring) week-to-week

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is considered week-to-week with a hamstring injury, head coach Dave Canales said Thursday. "It's a legit hamstring (injury).

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / August 13

Opportunity presenting itself for Panthers' Jonathon Brooks

Jonathon Brooks of the Carolina Panthers suffered season-ending injuries in both 2024 and 2025. Now, Brooks is healthy again and a massive opportunity is presenting itself.

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard (hamstring) week-to-week

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Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / August 13

Panthers’ latest addition can open up a world of possibilities for Bryce Young and Dave Canales but he’s going to have to prove it

The Carolina Panthers plan to bring in veteran tight end Darren Waller to push the tight end room going into the 2026 season, and he could easily work his way into becoming a key piece of this passing attack.

Jonathon Brooks News / TWSN / August 13

Jonathon Brooks Finally Gets His Chance to Transform Carolina Panthers’ Backfield

As the Carolina Panthers get set to take on the Buffalo Bills in their first preseason game, Dave Canales made a major announcement surrounding Jonathon Brooks.

Bryce Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Bryce Young had the most tragic slip-up during his sideline interview

Bryce Young gave a reporter an answer earlier this week that must have been the equivalent of an interview pick-six. The Carolina Panthers quarterback was interviewed by veteran reporter Dave Stevens, who was born without both legs, before the 2026 Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 8