Panthers prepare for Texans in final preseason game with backups
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:16 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Carolina Panthers will host the Houston Texans at Bank of America Stadium on Friday at 7 p.m. for their final preseason game. Head coach Dave Canales confirmed that the team’s starters will be rested for this matchup. This follows a challenging joint practice session where quarterback Bryce Young faced considerable pressure, being sacked multiple times. Young expressed confidence in the team's growth despite the practice struggles. The game will be broadcast live, including player interviews and postgame analysis.
- •Panthers face Texans on Friday for final preseason matchup.
- •Starters will not participate in the game.
- •Bryce Young struggled during joint practice with the Texans.
- •Live coverage will include player interviews and analysis.
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers host Texans Friday for final preseason game; starters sit out
"The Carolina Panthers will host the Houston Texans at 7 p.m. Friday at Bank of America Stadium for their final preseason game of the year.
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