As for the Panthers, this is a big third year for former No.1 overall pick Bryce Young. In his second year in the same system with Dave Canales, the Panthers are hoping Young can take a leap. They added rookie wideout Tetairoa McMillan to make Young’s life easier as well.

Shedeur Sanders will finally get the reps he deserves. According to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot, the former Colorado quarterback will start the first preseason game vs the Carolina Panthers

For the Browns’ first matchup of the 2025 preseason, here are four key matchups to watch: