Panthers allow franchise-record 59 points in loss to Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Carolina Panthers suffered a disappointing 57-39 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday in Charlotte, allowing a franchise-record 59 points. Quarterback Bryce Young threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns while adding a rushing score, but the Panthers defense struggled significantly. The Bears scored eight touchdowns and amassed 552 total yards, including 291 rushing yards and six rushing TDs. Coach Dave Canales indicated that the team must reassess their defensive strategy and execution following 11 penalties and three turnovers. Running back Chuba Hubbard performed well, and wide receiver Jalen Coker stood out with eight catches for 138 yards and two touchdowns, despite an ankle injury.
- •Panthers allowed a franchise-record 59 points in the loss to the Bears.
- •Bryce Young threw for 361 yards, three TDs, and one rushing TD.
- •Bears scored eight touchdowns with 552 total yards on offense.
- •Carolina's defense struggled, allowing 291 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns.
- •Chuba Hubbard ran for 49 yards and one rushing touchdown.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers looking for answers after allowing franchise-record 59 points to the Bears
"For the first time in four years, the Carolina Panthers woke up after a season opener not having to worry about a concerning performance from quarterback Bryce Young. Young threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns and ran for another score, but it wasn't nearly enough to overcome a pathetic showing from the Panthers defense which allowed eight touchdowns and 552 yards in a 57-39 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday. It was the most points allowed by the Panthers in the 32-year history of the organization.
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