Overview
- The Pro Football Hall of Fame Game kicked off Thursday, Aug. 6, at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton with NBC and Peacock carrying the broadcast.
- Carson Beck, Arizona’s third-round rookie quarterback, was announced as the Cardinals’ starter for his first NFL game while coach Mike LaFleur makes his head-coaching debut.
- Carolina coach Dave Canales said none of his regular-season starters will play and the Panthers will open with veteran Kenny Pickett at quarterback.
- LaFleur confirmed top rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will not play, reflecting Arizona’s plan to protect primary contributors while still giving younger players live reps.
- Carolina’s training-camp losses of edge Nic Scourton and rookie receiver Chris Brazzell II have tightened depth and raised the Hall of Fame Game’s value as a chance to evaluate backups and settle position battles before the season.