Unlike last summer, the Panthers are seemingly planning to roll out their starters for the first two preseason games.

Last year, it was Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales' first year as a head coach, so it was his first preseason as the boss about a year ago. He decided to prioritize player health over getting players reps,

The betting odds still say the Panthers are unlikely to make the playoffs this season, with their odds of making the postseason around +225. But Canales believes his team is heading in the right direction.