Unlike last summer, the Panthers are seemingly planning to roll out their starters for the first two preseason games.

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales told reporters Friday that he plans to play his starters in the team's first two preseason games, giving quarterback Bryce Young and the rest of the team in-game reps against at least the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans.

Last year, it was Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales' first year as a head coach, so it was his first preseason as the boss about a year ago. He decided to prioritize player health over getting players reps,