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Panthers struggle in preseason loss to Bills, concerns grow for Bryce Young

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:01 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Panthers struggle in preseason loss to Bills, concerns grow for Bryce Young

Summary

The Carolina Panthers faced a challenging preseason matchup against the Buffalo Bills, losing 29-14 on August 18, 2026. The team's offensive struggles were evident as they went three-and-out on their first three possessions, with quarterback Bryce Young completing just three of five passes for 18 yards. Concerns over the offensive line's performance and lack of receiving depth have heightened discussions about Young's future. ESPN analyst Louis Riddick emphasized the need for the Panthers organization to provide more support for Young's development, warning against unfairly placing blame on him. The Panthers are currently ranked 23rd in ESPN's Future Power Rankings, with their overall roster strength, excluding the quarterback position, at 26th.

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By the Numbers

•Panthers lose to Bills 29-14 in preseason game.
•Bryce Young completes three of five passes for 18 yards.
•Carolina goes three-and-out on all three possessions.
•Louis Riddick warns against blaming Young for struggles.
•Panthers ranked 23rd in ESPN's Future Power Rankings.

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12:01 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst shares warning for Panthers about QB Bryce Young

What they're saying

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ESPN's Louis Riddick thinks the Panthers must consider what they've put around QB Bryce Young before making any big decisions about his future.
— Yahoo Sports

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