{
  "id": 2489844,
  "title": "Panthers HC Dave Canales says fan-favorite WR is making a 'really strong case for himself' after preseason win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/panthers-hc-dave-canales-says-fan-favorite-wr-is-making-a-really",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-22T03:36:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/panthers-hc-dave-canales-says-033629660.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Panthers head coach Dave Canales praised fan-favorite wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. after the second-year player's strong performance in Friday night's 34-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Horn, 23, showcased his skills with three standout plays, including a 29-yard kick return, a 39-yard gain on an end-around, and a 15-yard catch. Canales highlighted Horn's consistently fast speed, noting that the young wide receiver has made a \"really strong case for himself\" in terms of contributing to the team's success. The Panthers selected Horn in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and while he recorded 15 targets over 13 games last season, Horn's impressive outing suggests he may be given more opportunities on offense, special teams, or both in the future.",
  "summary": "Panthers HC Dave Canales says WR Jimmy Horn Jr. is making a \"really strong case for himself\" after another eye-opening preseason offering.",
  "key_points": [
    "Panthers HC Dave Canales praises Jimmy Horn Jr.",
    "Wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. has strong performance.",
    "Canales says Horn makes strong case for himself."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}