Panthers bounce back to defeat Jaguars 34-17 in preseason game

The Carolina Panthers secured a 34-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 21, 2026, at EverBank Field. After struggling against the Buffalo Bills, the Panthers demonstrated improvement on both offense and defense. Key performances included touchdowns from AJ Dillon and multiple scoring drives led by quarterbacks Bryce Young and Kenny Pickett. The Jaguars managed to keep pace early but were unable to capitalize in the red zone, settling for field goals. Carolina's defense also stepped up, including a highlight interception by Chau Smith-Wade. The game marks a significant rebound for the Panthers as they prepare for the regular season.

• 2:42 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers 34 Jaguars 17: Everything got better from last week