Bills and Panthers prepare for preseason opener at Highmark Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Buffalo Bills will kick off their 2026 NFL preseason against the Carolina Panthers on Saturday at Highmark Stadium. This match will mark the first exhibition game for new Bills head coach Joe Brady, who will closely observe the competition for the final 53-man roster. Defensive starters are expected to play, with their performance evaluated under a new scheme. The offensive line will see key battles, particularly between Alec Anderson and Austin Corbett for the left guard position. Wide receiver Keon Coleman is on watch as he aims for a breakout year after being drafted by the Bills.
- •Bills vs. Panthers in preseason opener on August 12, 2026
- •Coach Joe Brady's first exhibition game with Buffalo
- •Defensive starters will play, evaluating new scheme
- •Alec Anderson and Austin Corbett competing for left guard
- •Keon Coleman aiming for a breakout season among receivers
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Bills vs. Panthers: 3 storylines to watch for ahead of preseason Week 1
"Here are five storylines to watch for during the lead up to kickoff between the Bills and Panthers in the first week of the preseason.
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