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Kenny Pickett to start for Panthers in Hall of Fame Game

NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:38 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Kenny Pickett to start for Panthers in Hall of Fame Game
Summary

Kenny Pickett will start at quarterback for the Panthers in the Hall of Fame Game against the Cardinals on Thursday night. Coach Dave Canales confirmed that while Pickett is excited, he will be surrounded by backups and younger players, as many of Carolina's key players will not participate. Rookie Haynes King is expected to take over after Pickett's stint. The game is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock.

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  • •Kenny Pickett starts in Hall of Fame Game against Cardinals.
  • •Coach Dave Canales emphasizes the absence of key starters.
  • •Haynes King will follow Pickett at quarterback.
  • •Game is scheduled for Thursday night at 8 p.m. ET.
  • •Broadcast will be available on NBC and Peacock.
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  • 5:14 PMNBCSports.com — Kenny Pickett to start Hall of Fame Game for Panthers - NBC Sports
  • 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Kenny Pickett to start Hall of Fame Game for Panthers
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There will be football played on Thursday night, but don’t expect to see most of Carolina’s key players.

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There will be football played on Thursday night, but don’t expect to see most of Carolina’s key players.

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