Panthers to Start Bryce Young in Bills Preseason

The Carolina Panthers will send Bryce Young and the starting offense out for 10–20 snaps in their preseason game against the Buffalo Bills, aiming to build chemistry ahead of the regular season. Coach Dave Canales has rested the starters in the Hall of Fame Game, so the Week 2 appearance will be their first live evaluation of the group this preseason. Haynes King, who starred in the Hall of Fame Game, is dealing with a hamstring injury and is expected to miss the Bills game, with Kyle Trask stepping in for reps. On the injury front, Xavier Legette is cleared to play after a stinger, Derrick Brown is questionable with knee soreness, Damien Lewis is doubtful with a calf issue, and Bobby Brown is likely to play despite personal-reasons absence, shaping a cautious but competitive lineup. The game will be held at the new Highmark Stadium, and the Panthers will look to gauge starter readiness and depth behind Young and the first-team unit. Article emphasis also notes notable depth players and potential impact from mid-rotation contributors as the team builds toward a stronger campaign.