Panthers prepare for preseason opener against Cardinals with rookie spotlight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Carolina Panthers are set to begin their preseason schedule on August 6, 2026, facing the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. With none of their starters playing, the game will focus on rookies and unproven players vying for roster spots. Key players include QB Haynes King, an ACC Offensive Player of the Year, RB Miles Davis, WR Ja'Seem Reed, and TE Chamon Metayer, all hoping to make an impact in their performances as the regular season approaches.
- •Panthers face Cardinals in Hall of Fame Game on August 6, 2026.
- •Carolina's starters will not participate in the preseason opener.
- •QB Haynes King, an undrafted rookie, is expected to start.
- •Rookie RB Miles Davis aims to stand out in a crowded backfield.
- •WR Ja'Seem Reed and TE Chamon Metayer look to secure roster spots.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — 4 defensive players to watch in Panthers' preseason opener vs. Cardinals
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — 4 offensive players to watch in Panthers' preseason opener vs. Cardinals
"The Hall of Fame Game could present some big opportunities for these four players on the Panthers offense . . .
"A handful of Panthers linebackers will be worth a watch during Thursday night's Hall of Fame Game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 11:02 AM4 defensive players to watch in Panthers' preseason opener vs. Cardinals
A handful of Panthers linebackers will be worth a watch during Thursday night's Hall of Fame Game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 10:08 AM4 offensive players to watch in Panthers' preseason opener vs. Cardinals
The Hall of Fame Game could present some big opportunities for these four players on the Panthers offense . . .
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