Panthers' Canales and Young face pivotal 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Carolina Panthers enter the 2026 season with heightened expectations after winning the NFC South in 2025. Head coach Dave Canales and quarterback Bryce Young both look to improve upon a mixed performance last year, where the Panthers backed into the playoffs with an 8-9 record. Canales, now not calling plays, must enhance his game management as Young seeks to boost his accuracy while minimizing turnovers. As the season unfolds, their performances will be critical for the franchise’s direction moving forward.
- •Panthers finished 2025 with an 8-9 record, winning NFC South.
- •Canales and Young face increased expectations this season.
- •Canales now focuses on game management after relinquishing play-calling duties.
- •Young needs to improve accuracy and reduce turnovers to secure his position.
- •Panthers aim for continued growth and competitiveness in the NFL.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers' HC Dave Canales, QB Bryce Young have 'a lot to prove' in 2026
"2026 should prove to be a critical year for both Dave Canales and Bryce Young.
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