Cardinals show promise despite preseason loss to Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals faced the Carolina Panthers in a preseason matchup on Thursday night, falling 33-30. Despite the loss, several players highlighted their potential. QB Carson Beck completed 15 of 19 passes for 188 yards and one touchdown, while WR Jalen Brooks achieved 99 receiving yards on three catches. NT Andrew Billings recorded a sack and two tackles for loss during his early snaps. WR Reggie Virgil contributed with five receptions totaling 66 yards and made a special teams tackle. The game served as an evaluation for players vying for roster spots as the preseason continues.
- •Cardinals lost to Panthers 33-30 in preseason opener
- •Carson Beck threw for 188 yards and a touchdown
- •Jalen Brooks caught three passes for 99 yards
- •Andrew Billings had a sack and two tackles for loss
- •Reggie Virgil made five receptions for 66 yards
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — Rising stock: 4 Arizona Cardinals players who stood out vs. Panthers
"Four Arizona Cardinals players stood out in particular in their Thursday night loss to the Carolina Panthers.
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