Key preseason dates for Carolina Panthers fans to keep track of

It is now known when and where the Carolina Panthers will play its three preseason games. 

In the late summer, the Panthers will hold training camp in Charlotte. 

From there, the Panthers will open up preseason play against the New England Patriots on Thursday, Aug. 8. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. 

Following an early matchup against the Patriots, the Panthers will return home to play its loan game at home in the preseason against the New York Jets on Saturday, Aug. 17. Kickoff is also set for 7 p.m.

Dave Canales' group will have joint practices against New York in the lead-up to the Panthers and Jets preseason game.

Following the second game against the Jets, the Panthers will hit the road to take on the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, Aug. 24. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. 

The Panthers will open the regular season on the road against the New Orleans Saints on Sept. 8, before playing their home opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sept. 15.