Carolina Panthers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: Game day news
Everything you need to know about the Carolina Panthers final preseason game.
Only one game remains before the Carolina Panthers (1-2) begin cutting their 90-man roster down to 53 players and for those on the cusp of making the team, it could be the most important. While the Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers, along with a majority of other NFL teams, won’t play many (if any) of their starters tonight, this game affords a final opportunity for everyone else.
Carolina still has a few cloudy areas in terms of backup opportunities which could ultimately be determined by tonight’s preseason performance. Back-up quarterback, running back and cornerback are all up for grabs, in addition to reserve roles along the newly reconfigured defensive front. Rookies Will Grier (QB), Elijah Holyfield (RB), Christian Miller (LB/DE) and Jordan Scarlett (RB) are all expected to see plenty of action as they continue their respective adjustments to professional football.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers (3-0), a familiar opponent in these exhibition games, will provide competition as these two teams meet for the seventeenth consecutive season. A loss for the Panthers would conclude preseason play with a single victory for only the second time (2011) in coach Ron Rivera‘s nine seasons. Carolina finished 6-10 following in regular season play.
Below is everything you need to prepare for the preseason finale.
Carolina Panthers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Game Information
Times, channels, weather and other useful information to help provide a meaningful end to preseason play.
Keys to the Game
A few important factors for Carolina fans to keep an eye on as the game transpires.
Roster Bubble Players to Watch
Players on both sides of the football and special teams, whose final performance could determine where they end up as upcoming roster cuts loom after the final whistle.
Cornerback Depth Determined
Positions behind starting corners James Bradberry and Donte Jackson have been up in the air since training camp. Following tonight’s final dress rehearsal, the winners will be revealed.
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The Panthers and Steelers wrap up preseason play tonight, beginning at 7:00 PM ET inside Bank of America Stadium.