Carson Beck makes NFL debut against Kenny Pickett in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The NFL preseason begins Thursday as the Arizona Cardinals face the Carolina Panthers in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. Carson Beck starts at quarterback for the Cardinals, marking his NFL debut. Kenny Pickett, starting for the fifth team in four years, leads the Panthers. Both teams aim to evaluate rookies and role players as key starters rest ahead of the regular season. The Panthers recently lost edge rusher Nic Scourton to a torn ACL during practice, impacting their roster.
- •Carson Beck makes NFL debut at quarterback for Arizona.
- •Kenny Pickett starts for Carolina, his fifth team in four years.
- •Game takes place in Canton, Ohio.
- •Panthers lost Nic Scourton to a torn ACL in practice.
- •Both teams emphasize evaluating rookies and depth players.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — It'll be Carson Beck vs. Kenny Pickett when Cardinals-Panthers open the NFL's exhibition season
"Carson Beck makes his NFL debut and Kenny Pickett starts for his fifth team in four years. The preseason is an opportunity for rookies, backups and players fighting for roster spots to get snaps and showcase what they can do.
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