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Panthers struggle in preseason loss to Bills as PFF grades highlight players

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Panthers struggle in preseason loss to Bills as PFF grades highlight players

Summary

The Carolina Panthers fell 29-14 to the Buffalo Bills in their second preseason game on August 16, 2026, at Highmark Stadium. Following a strong performance in their Hall of Fame Game victory, the Panthers displayed a lackluster effort against the Bills. Quarterback Kyle Trask recorded the highest Pro Football Focus grade among offensive players at 84.8, while linebacker Jaelan Phillips led the defense with a grade of 88.9. The game featured contrasting performances as multiple players received low marks, indicating challenges in key positions.

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By the Numbers

•Panthers lost 29-14 to Bills in preseason outing.
•Kyle Trask completed six of nine passes for 53 yards.
•Jaelan Phillips recorded two pressures, including a sack.
•PFF grades revealed both high and low performances across the roster.
•Next preseason game will provide further opportunities for player assessments.

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9:15 PMYahoo Sports — PFF: Best & worst grades for Bills defense against the Panthers
4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Best and worst PFF grades from the Panthers' preseason loss to Bills

What they're saying

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Here are the five best and five worst Pro Football Focus grades for the Buffalo Bills on defense against the Panthers during preseason opener.
— Yahoo Sports