Panthers edge Cardinals with rookie QB's game-winning run
The Carolina Panthers defeated the Arizona Cardinals 33-30 at the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio on 6 August, when undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King rushed for a game-winning touchdown as time expired, SB Nation reported. The game, which opened the 2026 preseason, had been tied 17-17 at halftime, with rookie Cardinals quarterback Carson Beck and Panthers rookie King each contributing scores, according to USA Today.
Earlier announcements noted the matchup would feature new head coaches for both teams and would honor inductees Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly, per NFL. com and Yahoo Sports.