Jaguars fall to Panthers 34-17 in preseason opener

The Jacksonville Jaguars lost to the Carolina Panthers 34-17 during their preseason game at EverBank Field on August 21, 2026. The Jaguars committed nine penalties and had two turnovers, which proved costly, including an interception that led to a Panthers touchdown. Despite a strong start by quarterback Nick Mullens and some promising performances from young receivers, Jacksonville struggled to convert drives into touchdowns, settling for field goals instead. The Jaguars' run defense also faltered, allowing Carolina to average 5.3 yards per carry, leading to six scoring drives for the Panthers.

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