Panthers' Week 3 opponent contemplating change at QB
The Panthers' Week 3 opponent may be making a change under center soon.
The Carolina Panthers are set to face the Atlanta Falcons early in their 2026 season, with Cooper Rush taking the quarterback position despite his low QBR in their previous game. This is due to Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery from a previous ACL injury and Tua Tagovailoa's oblique issue. Following that, the Panthers will travel to Cleveland to face the Browns, who currently have the worst quarterback situation in the NFL.
Deshaun Watson is the Browns' starter, but with a poor opening performance against Jacksonville, the team is considering a change for their Week 3 match. ESPN's Ian Rapoport suggests that the Browns will use the first two games against the Panthers to evaluate their situation, potentially leading to Shedeur Sanders replacing Watson if a change is made.
Sanders, a top-rated quarterback from 2025, struggled in his rookie season but might improve with a new coaching staff and experience.
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