The Carolina Panthers are gearing up for their highly anticipated Fan Fest this weekend, followed by their first preseason game next Friday. Fans are buzzing with excitement over the team’s potential, as training camp continues in Charlotte. Expectations are high for the offense, with playmakers like Bryce Young, Chubba Hubbard, and a crowded room of wide receivers. However, the offensive line’s ability to protect Bryce Young will be crucial.
Meanwhile, former Wallace-Rose Hill and UNC star running back Javonte Williams is vying for the starting running back position with the Dallas Cowboys. Williams, wearing number 33, is competing against former Panther Miles Sanders and rookie Jaydon Blue. The Cowboys’ head coach, Brian Schottenheimer, is eager to see who will stand out in their preseason opener against the Rams this Saturday, with kickoff at 7 p.m.
In college football, Duke’s team has started practice this week. The Blue Devils are predicted to be the top ACC team from North Carolina, projected to finish sixth out of 17 teams. They are breaking in a new quarterback, Tulane transfer Darian Mensah. The team is keeping a close watch on former Washington High School star Terry Moore, who is recovering from a knee injury sustained in a bowl game. His readiness for the season opener against Elon on August 28 is yet to be determined.
Clemson has been picked to win the ACC in the preseason poll, as voted on by the media.