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Panthers and Packers face off in penalty-heavy matchup on Thursday night

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:52 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Panthers and Packers face off in penalty-heavy matchup on Thursday night
Summary

The Carolina Panthers will host the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night in a divisional game anticipated to feature numerous penalties. The Packers rank first in the league for average penalties at 9.3 per game, while the Panthers follow closely with 8.7. The match will also highlight referee Scott Novak's crew, known for leading the league in penalties called. Both teams are struggling with discipline, making it likely that the contest may extend due to stoppages. Observers will be watching for trends regarding penalties as the game unfolds.

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  • •Panthers and Packers play on Thursday night.
  • •Packers average 9.3 penalties per game, Panthers 8.7.
  • •Referee Scott Novak's crew leads in penalties called.
  • •Game may experience lengthy stoppages due to penalties.
  • •Both teams are looking to improve discipline on the field.
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  • 3:52 AMYahoo Sports — Expect plenty of flags to fly on Thursday night between Panthers and Packers
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