Panthers suffer heavy loss to Bears in season opener

The Carolina Panthers lost to the Chicago Bears in their season opener on September 13, 2026. Despite a challenging game, quarterback Bryce Young threw for 361 yards and 4 total touchdowns. Wide receiver Jalen Coker had a standout performance with 8 receptions for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns. The defensive struggles continued for Carolina, allowing 8 touchdowns to the Bears. The Panthers are set to face the Atlanta Falcons next week.

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