In a bold move, Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales announced his plan to play most of the offensive starters in the preseason finale, a departure from their previous strategy of resting key players. This decision comes after the Panthers suffered two consecutive losses in the opening preseason games, prompting Canales to reevaluate his approach to player participation.
After carefully weighing the risk of injuries against the benefits of gaining valuable in-game experience, Canales and his coaching staff decided to shake things up. “This is a great opportunity to go through their pre-game routines with each other, to have the communications on the sidelines as we go into the first drive there and just gather information, talk, this is how it’ll feel like,” Canales explained to reporters after Thursday’s practice.
The Panthers made a noteworthy trade, sending Michael Barrett to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for cornerback Michael Jackson. This move signals a shift in the team’s defensive strategy and shows their commitment to strengthening the roster for the upcoming season.
Quarterback Bryce Young, who had a challenging rookie season with only two wins under his belt, is expected to start in the preseason finale. With a lackluster passer rating of 73.1, Young will have the opportunity to showcase his skills and chemistry with the revamped offensive unit under Canales’ guidance.
Fans are eagerly anticipating this matchup, as it will provide a glimpse into the Panthers’ offensive game plan for the upcoming season. With a league-worst offensive performance last year, there is hope that Young and his teammates will turn things around and show significant improvement on the field.
As the preseason finale approaches, all eyes will be on the Carolina Panthers as they take on the Buffalo Bills in a game that promises to be full of excitement and anticipation. Stay tuned for more updates as the Panthers gear up for a crucial test before the regular season kicks off.
