Arizona Cardinals show strong offense in preseason loss to Panthers
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Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals faced the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on August 6 in Canton, Ohio. The Cardinals held a 17-14 lead at halftime but ended up tied 17-17 before the match continued. Quarterback Carson Beck completed 15 of 19 passes for 188 yards and a touchdown, contributing to the team's impressive offensive performance with 425 total yards and 30 points scored. Despite a strong start where the defense held the Panthers scoreless in the first quarter, concerns remain about defensive effectiveness as the game progressed.
- •Carson Beck has a standout debut for the Cardinals.
- •The game is part of the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game.
- •The Cardinals out-possessed the Panthers by nearly nine minutes.
- •Arizona led 17-14 at halftime before the tie.
- •Defense struggled after an initial strong start.
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals defense picks up where it left off in 2025 in preseason loss to Panthers
"The Arizona Cardinals lost a barn burner in their season opener.
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