Carolina Panthers to play in more primetime games
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Unconfirmed rumors report that the Panthers will be hosting the Lions for a Sunday nighter in Week 4.
The NFL announced its regular season schedule Thursday night and the Carolina Panthers have three prime-time games and will open and close the season at home — a rarity in recent years.Playing three night games (not including the TBDs in Week 16 and 18) marks their most prime time appearances since they had five in 2016 — the year following their 15-1 Super Bowl run.
The NFL took notice of the Panthers last year. And now national television audiences will get a chance to as well.
The Carolina Panthers' 2026 schedule does provide some advantages, such as the fewest air miles and a positive rest differential. However, it's also a much more difficult road than it was last season.