NFL Preseason Week 1: Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots Key Previews

As Week 1 of the NFL preseason begins, the Carolina Panthers head to Gillette Stadium to face the New England Patriots. In this preview, we’ll provide key stats, analysis, and personal picks for Thursday’s game.

Carolina Panthers

Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots Odds

Team

Spread

Total

MoneyLine

Carolina Panthers +3.5 -(120) O 34.5 (-105) +140
New England Patriots -3.5 (+100) U 34.5 -(115) -165

**Odds Subject to Change**

Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots Match Details

  • Fixture: NFL Network
  • Date and Time: 08/02/2024

  • Location: Gillette Stadium – Foxborough, MA

  • Weather: Cloudy 67 degrees 

  • Field Type: Turf

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Carolina Panthers vs. (2023) New England Patriots
4-13 Record 2-15
13.9 Points Per Game 13.9
104.1 Rushing Yards Per Game 95.7
161.2 Passing Yards Per Game 180.5
60.0 Offensive Plays Per Game 64.5
34.14% 3rd Down Conversion 30.18%
47.92% 4th Down Conversion 36.00%
416 Points Allowed 366
27 Sacks 36
8 Interceptions 10
2081 Rushing Yards Allowed 1584
2916 Passing Yards Allowed 3543
-9 Turnover Ratio -11
31:06 Time of Possession Per Game 28:02

Key Stats

Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers are coming off another disappointing season, finishing with the worst record in the league at 2-15. They were unable to use their first-round pick because they traded it to the Chicago Bears prior to the 2023 draft.

Bryce Young didn’t look like the player we know from Alabama, but he didn’t really get a chance to shine last year. This year, he is expected to take a step forward with an offensive line ranked 20th and a solid receiving corps to throw to. Young’s mobility will also help him evade defenders.

For more details on Bryce Young, check out my other article that goes into more detail about his potential.

The Carolina Panthers had one of the worst offenses in the league in recent memory. Let’s look at their stats:

  • 32nd in the league in total yards per game
  • 32nd in total passing yards per game
  • 19th in total rushing yards per game
  • 32nd in total points scored per game

New England Patriots

The New England Patriots are coming off their worst season since 1992, finishing 4-13. They now have a new head coach, Jarod Mayo, and drafted a new quarterback with the third overall pick, Drake Maye, who we should see in the upcoming preseason game. We will also get a look at two other solid QBs on the Patriots’ depth chart, Bailey Zappe and Joe Milton III.

The New England Patriots had one of the worst offenses in the league. Let’s take a look at those stats:

  • 30th in total yards per game
  • 28th in passing yards per game
  • 26th in rushing yards per game
  • Tied for 32nd with Carolina in points per game

Honestly, if the New England Patriots had even a decent offense, they would have won more games with their top 10 defense in total yards per game and rushing yards per game. They also had three consecutive games where they held their opponents to less than 10 points but lost all three because their offense couldn’t perform.

Prediction

This game is expected to be slow, with a light showing of offense from both sides. Bryce Young probably won’t start, and we will likely see Jack Plummer play a major role for Carolina. Drake Maye might play for a drive or a quarter, after which we will watch Joe Milton III and Bailey Zappe compete for the third quarterback spot

Final Picks

New England Patriots -3.5, Under 34.5

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