Haynes King makes NFL preseason debut for Panthers in Hall of Fame Game
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:24 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Haynes King is set to make his NFL preseason debut tonight in the Hall of Fame Game against the Arizona Cardinals. A dual-threat quarterback, King previously played at Texas A&M before transferring to Georgia Tech, where he had a notable season, accumulating 2,951 passing yards and 953 rushing yards. He signed with the Panthers as an undrafted free agent and aims to challenge Kenny Pickett for the backup quarterback position. Head coach Dave Canales will assess King's performance during the game and consider his potential role moving forward.
- •Haynes King making NFL preseason debut against Arizona Cardinals
- •King posted 2,951 passing yards and 15 touchdowns last season
- •King signed with the Panthers as an undrafted free agent
- •Kenny Pickett currently holds the backup QB position
- •Game is part of the Hall of Fame festivities
- 9:24 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers UDFA QB Haynes King out to prove he belongs in Hall of Fame Game
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Haynes King? Meet the Panthers' dual-threat QB
"The former Georgia Tech star was expected to get extended snaps during his NFL debut Thursday.
"King is making his NFL preseason debut tonight in the Hall of Fame Game
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:24 PMPanthers UDFA QB Haynes King out to prove he belongs in Hall of Fame Game
The former Georgia Tech star was expected to get extended snaps during his NFL debut Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:00 PMWho is Haynes King? Meet the Panthers' dual-threat QB
King is making his NFL preseason debut tonight in the Hall of Fame Game
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