Panthers WR Jalen Coker shines in 2026 opener against Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Jalen Coker of the Carolina Panthers recorded eight catches for 138 yards and two touchdowns in a standout performance against the Chicago Bears. Coach Dave Canales and the staff express strong confidence in Coker as he prepares for the upcoming match against the Atlanta Falcons, though he is managing a minor ankle injury. Coker, who has shown strong chemistry with quarterback Bryce Young, is a key component of the Panthers' offense, having starred in last year's playoff loss with nine receptions and a touchdown.
- •Coker leads Panthers in receiving in Week 1 against the Bears
- •He had a career-high receiving yardage and two touchdowns
- •Coach Canales trusts Coker's role in the offense
- •Coker was a limited participant at practice due to an ankle injury
- •Next game is scheduled against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — NFL insider shares promising intel on Panthers WR Jalen Coker
"ESPN's Jeremy Fowler writes that the Panthers' coaching staff is "very high" on WR Jalen Coker.
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