Carolina Panthers vs Jacksonville Jaguars Match Player Stats
The carolina panthers vs jacksonville jaguars match player stats from the 2026 NFL preseason provide a detailed look at how both teams performed in their Week 2 matchup. Carolina defeated Jacksonville 34-17 at EverBank Stadium, producing 385 total yards while Jacksonville finished with 318. The Panthers also scored six times and controlled the game for much of the first three quarters. The official Panthers record lists the game as Friday, August 21, 2026, despite some data feeds displaying August 22.
This was a preseason game, so the statistics need to be read differently from a regular-season box score. Playing time was divided among several quarterbacks and position groups, and a number of established starters were held out. Carolina, for example, did not use several defensive starters, including Derrick Brown, Jaycee Horn, Devin Lloyd, and Jaelan Phillips.
That context matters when evaluating individual performances. A quarterback completing 15 passes in a preseason game does not necessarily tell the same story as a quarterback completing 15 passes in a regular-season contest. Snap counts, opponent personnel, game situation, and role all influence how the numbers should be interpreted.
Carolina Panthers vs Jacksonville Jaguars Match Player Stats: Game Overview
Carolina won the game 34-17, with the scoring breakdown showing a strong first three quarters:
| Quarter | Carolina Panthers | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 1st | 7 | 3 |
| 2nd | 13 | 3 |
| 3rd | 7 | 0 |
| 4th | 7 | 11 |
| Final | 34 | 17 |
The Panthers built a 27-6 advantage before Jacksonville scored 11 points in the fourth quarter.
The official game center records Carolina with 385 total net yards compared with 318 for Jacksonville. Carolina also committed fewer penalties, with five penalties for 33 yards compared with Jacksonville’s nine penalties for 60 yards. Time of possession favored Carolina 32:50 to 27:10.
Those figures help explain why the final score was not simply the result of one explosive play. Carolina combined passing efficiency, a productive running game, scoring drives, and better game control.
Game Statistics at a Glance
| Category | Carolina | Jacksonville |
| Final score | 34 | 17 |
| Total net yards | 385 | 318 |
| Passing yards | 238 | 238 |
| Rushing yards | 147 | 80 |
| Passing attempts | 35 | 30 |
| Completions | 24 | 21 |
| Rushing attempts | 28 | 20 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 1 |
| Penalties | 5 | 9 |
| Penalty yards | 33 | 60 |
| Time of possession | 32:50 | 27:10 |
The most striking contrast is the rushing production. Both teams generated exactly 238 passing yards according to the supplied box score, but Carolina added 147 rushing yards while Jacksonville managed only 80.
That 67-yard rushing advantage became one of the clearest statistical differences between the teams.
Carolina Panthers Passing Player Stats
Carolina used three quarterbacks during the game: Kenny Pickett, Kyle Trask, and Bryce Young.
| Quarterback | Cmp/Att | Yards | Avg | TD | INT | Rating |
| Kenny Pickett | 15/25 | 137 | 5.5 | 1 | 0 | 88.2 |
| Kyle Trask | 4/4 | 52 | 13.0 | 1 | 0 | 158.3 |
| Bryce Young | 5/6 | 49 | 8.2 | 0 | 0 | 100.7 |
| Team | 24/35 | 238 | 6.8 | 2 | 0 | 106.6 |
The quarterback numbers show three very different samples.
Kenny Pickett
Kenny Pickett handled the largest passing workload for Carolina, completing 15 of 25 attempts for 137 yards and one touchdown.
His 60 percent completion rate was not spectacular, but the more important part of the line is that he avoided an interception and produced a touchdown. His 88.2 passer rating also reflects a generally functional performance across a larger sample.
Pickett’s role is particularly important when interpreting the overall passing numbers because he accounted for more than half of Carolina’s passing attempts.
Kyle Trask
Kyle Trask produced the most efficient statistical line of the three Carolina quarterbacks.
He completed all four attempts for 52 yards, averaging 13 yards per completion and recording a touchdown without an interception. That produced a perfect 158.3 passer rating.
The limitation is sample size. Four attempts are not enough to make a broad judgment about a quarterback’s overall ability. However, the efficiency is still notable because Trask created 52 yards and a touchdown without an incompletion.
Bryce Young
Bryce Young completed five of six passes for 49 yards.
His 83.3 percent completion rate was the highest among Carolina’s three quarterbacks, although he did not throw a touchdown. His 100.7 rating was also strong.
The small workload is important. The Panthers had already established their preseason approach of giving starters limited exposure. Carolina later confirmed that its starters played only limited series in the Buffalo and Jacksonville preseason games.
For that reason, Young’s numbers are best viewed as a short preseason sample rather than a complete representation of his passing performance.
Jacksonville Jaguars Passing Player Stats
Jacksonville also used three quarterbacks.
| Quarterback | Cmp/Att | Yards | Avg | TD | INT | Rating |
| Joey Aguilar | 9/10 | 130 | 13.0 | 1 | 0 | 152.1 |
| Nick Mullens | 6/7 | 65 | 9.3 | 0 | 0 | 105.4 |
| Carter Bradley | 6/13 | 51 | 3.9 | 0 | 1 | 24.8 |
| Team | 21/30 | 238 | 8.2 | 1 | 1 | 91.8 |
Joey Aguilar
Joey Aguilar delivered the most impressive statistical line for Jacksonville.
He completed nine of 10 attempts for 130 yards and one touchdown. His 13.0 yards per completion showed that the production was not based simply on short throws.
His 152.1 passer rating was also substantially higher than Jacksonville’s team rating.
Aguilar’s role is particularly notable because his fourth-quarter touchdown pass to Trebor Pena became Jacksonville’s most significant offensive play late in the game. The touchdown was a 29-yard pass from Aguilar to Pena.
Nick Mullens
Nick Mullens completed six of seven passes for 65 yards.
His 85.7 percent completion rate was excellent, and he finished without a touchdown or interception. He was also charged with one sack according to the supplied player data.
The numbers show an efficient passing contribution, although his total yardage remained well below Aguilar’s.
Carter Bradley
Carter Bradley had the most difficult statistical outing among Jacksonville’s quarterbacks.
He completed six of 13 attempts for 51 yards and threw one interception. His 3.9 yards per attempt and 24.8 passer rating reflected a much less efficient passing performance.
The interception also contributed to Jacksonville’s turnover disadvantage.
Carolina Rushing Stats
Carolina’s ground game was one of the biggest statistical advantages in the matchup.
The Panthers recorded 28 rushing attempts for 147 yards, averaging 5.3 yards per carry and scoring twice.
| Player | Carries | Yards | Avg | TD | Long |
| Jimmy Horn Jr. | 1 | 39 | 39.0 | 0 | 39 |
| Anthony Tyus III | 9 | 39 | 4.3 | 0 | 12 |
| Trevor Etienne | 5 | 24 | 4.8 | 0 | 9 |
| Jonathon Brooks | 5 | 18 | 3.6 | 1 | 11 |
| AJ Dillon | 5 | 16 | 3.2 | 1 | 7 |
| Miles Davis | 3 | 11 | 3.7 | 0 | 4 |
Jimmy Horn Jr.’s Explosive Run
Jimmy Horn Jr. had only one rushing attempt, but it went for 39 yards.
That single carry significantly influenced the team rushing average. Without it, Carolina’s remaining 27 carries produced 108 yards.
This is an important lesson when analyzing preseason statistics: team averages can sometimes be heavily influenced by one play.
Horn Jr. also caught one pass for 15 yards, giving him 54 combined rushing and receiving yards on only two offensive touches.
Anthony Tyus III
Anthony Tyus III led Carolina in rushing attempts with nine.
He gained 39 yards, averaging 4.3 yards per carry. His workload was considerably larger than Horn Jr.’s, making his performance more useful for evaluating sustained rushing production.
Jonathon Brooks and AJ Dillon
Jonathon Brooks and AJ Dillon each scored rushing touchdowns.
Brooks carried five times for 18 yards, while Dillon had five carries for 16 yards.
The scoring data confirms Brooks’ one-yard touchdown run opened Carolina’s scoring, while Dillon added a seven-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter.
Jacksonville Rushing Stats
Jacksonville’s rushing production was much lower.
The Jaguars finished with 20 carries for 80 yards, averaging 4.0 yards per attempt and failing to score a rushing touchdown.
| Player | Carries | Yards | Avg | TD | Long |
| Ameer Abdullah | 6 | 45 | 7.5 | 0 | 23 |
| DeeJay Dallas | 8 | 27 | 3.4 | 0 | 6 |
| Nick Mullens | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 | 3 |
| J’Mari Taylor | 4 | 3 | 0.8 | 0 | 5 |
| CJ Williams | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | 0 | 2 |
Ameer Abdullah
Ameer Abdullah was Jacksonville’s leading rusher.
He recorded six carries for 45 yards, averaging 7.5 yards per attempt. His longest run went for 23 yards.
That means Abdullah accounted for more than half of Jacksonville’s rushing yardage despite receiving only six attempts.
He also contributed as a receiver, catching three passes for 37 yards.
That combined production made him one of Jacksonville’s more active offensive players in the statistical box score.
DeeJay Dallas
DeeJay Dallas received the most rushing attempts for Jacksonville with eight.
He produced 27 yards at 3.4 yards per carry.
The contrast between Dallas and Abdullah demonstrates why rushing volume and rushing efficiency should always be viewed together. Dallas had the larger workload, while Abdullah produced substantially more yardage per attempt.
Carolina Receiving Player Stats
Carolina completed 24 passes to its receivers and other pass catchers for 238 yards and two touchdowns.
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Avg | TD | Long | Targets |
| John Metchie III | 6 | 77 | 12.8 | 0 | 25 | 7 |
| Casey Washington | 4 | 47 | 11.8 | 1 | 17 | 5 |
| Tetairoa McMillan | 2 | 25 | 12.5 | 0 | 17 | 2 |
| Tommy Tremble | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 0 | 15 | 2 |
| Roc Taylor | 1 | 16 | 16.0 | 1 | 16 | 1 |
| Jimmy Horn Jr. | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
John Metchie III
John Metchie III led Carolina in receiving yardage.
He caught six passes for 77 yards on seven targets, averaging 12.8 yards per reception.
His seven targets were also the highest listed total among Carolina’s pass catchers.
The combination of volume and efficiency makes his statistical contribution stand out. He was not dependent on one huge reception. Instead, he produced six catches across the passing workload.
Casey Washington
Casey Washington caught four passes for 47 yards and scored one touchdown.
His 11.8 yards per reception indicated that his catches generated meaningful yardage rather than being limited to short gains.
The scoring data shows Washington catching a 15-yard touchdown pass from Kyle Trask in the fourth quarter.
Tetairoa McMillan
Tetairoa McMillan caught two passes for 25 yards.
His 12.5-yard average was healthy, although his involvement was limited to two targets.
That limited workload should be considered when using this game as part of a larger evaluation.
Jacksonville Receiving Player Stats
Jacksonville finished with 21 receptions for 246 receiving yards and one touchdown.
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Avg | TD | Long | Targets |
| Trebor Pena | 4 | 72 | 18.0 | 1 | 29 | 4 |
| Josh Cameron | 2 | 41 | 20.5 | 0 | 22 | 2 |
| Michael Wortham | 3 | 41 | 13.7 | 0 | 17 | 3 |
| Ameer Abdullah | 3 | 37 | 12.3 | 0 | 18 | 4 |
Trebor Pena
Trebor Pena led Jacksonville in receiving yardage with 72 yards on four catches.
His 18.0-yard average was particularly notable.
Pena also caught Jacksonville’s only passing touchdown, a 29-yard score from Joey Aguilar in the fourth quarter.
Josh Cameron
Josh Cameron caught two passes for 41 yards.
Although he had only two receptions, his 20.5-yard average was the highest among Jacksonville’s listed receivers.
His longest catch covered 22 yards.
Michael Wortham
Michael Wortham recorded three receptions for 41 yards.
His 13.7-yard average placed him among Jacksonville’s more productive pass catchers on a per-reception basis.
Defensive Player Statistics
Carolina recorded 54 tackles, 39 solo tackles, one sack, three tackles for loss, two passes defended, and three quarterback hits.
Jacksonville recorded 70 tackles, including 41 solo tackles, but did not record a sack or pass defense according to the supplied statistics.
| Defensive Category | Carolina | Jacksonville |
| Total tackles | 54 | 70 |
| Solo tackles | 39 | 41 |
| Sacks | 1 | 0 |
| Tackles for loss | 3 | 2 |
| Passes defended | 2 | 0 |
| QB hits | 3 | 5 |
| Interceptions | 1 | 0 |
One important distinction is that more tackles do not automatically mean better defensive performance.
Jacksonville recorded more total tackles partly because Carolina sustained more offensive possessions and plays. Carolina’s defense, meanwhile, generated the only interception.
Chau Smith-Wade’s Interception
Chau Smith-Wade recorded Carolina’s only interception.
He returned the interception seven yards.
Jacksonville finished with one interception thrown, while Carolina did not throw one. That gave the Panthers the turnover advantage in the passing game.
Special Teams Statistics
Special teams also contributed to the final margin.
Carolina
Ryan Fitzgerald converted two of three field-goal attempts, including a 61-yard kick, and made all four extra-point attempts.
He scored 10 points.
Sam Martin punted twice for 94 yards, averaging 47.0 yards per punt, with both punts landing inside the 20-yard line.
Carolina also returned four kickoffs for 122 yards and three punts for 25 yards.
Jacksonville
Cam Little converted all three field-goal attempts, including a 43-yard kick.
He scored nine points.
Logan Cooke punted three times for 171 yards, averaging 57.0 yards per punt, with a long of 60 yards and one punt inside the 20.
Jacksonville returned five kickoffs for 119 yards but recorded no punt returns in the supplied data.
What the Numbers Say About the Game
The carolina panthers vs jacksonville jaguars match player stats show that the final 34-17 score was supported by several measurable differences rather than one statistical category.
Carolina Won the Rushing Battle
Carolina gained 147 rushing yards compared with Jacksonville’s 80.
That 67-yard difference gave the Panthers an important advantage in offensive balance.
Both Teams Passed for 238 Yards
This is one of the most interesting elements of the box score.
Both teams finished with exactly 238 passing yards.
Yet the game was not close because Carolina added 67 more rushing yards.
That illustrates why looking only at quarterback passing totals can miss the broader offensive story.
Carolina Avoided Interceptions
The Panthers threw no interceptions.
Jacksonville threw one.
In a preseason game where quarterbacks are competing for playing time and roster opportunities, protecting the football is an important part of evaluating individual performances.
Jacksonville Had More Receiving Yards
Jacksonville’s receivers combined for 246 yards according to the supplied receiving data, compared with 238 for Carolina’s receiving group.
Despite that edge, the Jaguars still lost by 17 points.
This shows why receiving yardage alone cannot explain the outcome. Carolina compensated with superior rushing production, four total touchdowns from its offense, and better overall game control.
How to Read These Preseason Player Stats Correctly
Preseason numbers are useful, but they require context.
The first question should always be workload.
A player who receives 20 or 30 opportunities provides a different statistical sample from one who gets two or three.
The second question is efficiency.
For example, Jimmy Horn Jr.’s 39-yard rushing average looks extraordinary, but it came from one attempt. Anthony Tyus III’s 4.3 average came across nine attempts and therefore provides a different type of information.
The third question is role.
Bryce Young completed five of six passes, but he was not asked to handle the same volume as Kenny Pickett.
The fourth question is opponent personnel.
Carolina entered the game without several defensive starters. The Panthers later reported that four defensive starters were unavailable for the Jaguars matchup after participating in the joint practice.
That matters when interpreting Jacksonville’s passing production.
Biggest Statistical Takeaways
Several points stand out from the complete box score.
- Carolina won 34-17.
- Both teams recorded 238 passing yards.
- Carolina gained 147 rushing yards compared with Jacksonville’s 80.
- Kenny Pickett led Carolina in passing attempts and passing yards.
- Kyle Trask completed all four of his passes for 52 yards and a touchdown.
- Bryce Young completed five of six attempts without an interception.
- Joey Aguilar completed nine of 10 passes for 130 yards and a touchdown.
- John Metchie III led Carolina with 77 receiving yards.
- Trebor Pena led Jacksonville with 72 receiving yards and scored its only touchdown.
- Chau Smith-Wade recorded Carolina’s only interception.
- Ryan Fitzgerald scored 10 points for Carolina.
- Jacksonville committed nine penalties for 60 yards, compared with five penalties for 33 yards by Carolina.
Why the Final Score Was 34-17
The final score becomes easier to understand when the major statistical categories are combined.
Carolina did not dominate passing yardage. Both teams finished with 238 passing yards.
Instead, the Panthers separated themselves through rushing production and scoring efficiency.
Carolina ran for 147 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns. Jacksonville produced 80 rushing yards and no rushing touchdowns.
The Panthers also avoided turnovers through the air, while Jacksonville threw one interception.
The penalty numbers further favored Carolina. Jacksonville was penalized nine times for 60 yards, while Carolina had five penalties for 33 yards.
The game statistics therefore support a picture of Carolina producing more balanced offense and cleaner overall game management.
A Closer Look at the Scoring Sequence
Carolina scored first when Jonathon Brooks ran for a one-yard touchdown.
Jacksonville answered with a 34-yard field goal from Cam Little.
Ryan Fitzgerald then converted a 48-yard field goal before AJ Dillon scored on a seven-yard rushing touchdown.
Little added another field goal, but Fitzgerald responded with a 61-yard field goal.
That gave Carolina a 20-6 advantage at halftime.
The Panthers extended the lead to 27-6 in the third quarter when Roc Taylor caught a 16-yard touchdown pass from Kenny Pickett.
Jacksonville’s Cam Little added another field goal in the fourth quarter.
Casey Washington then caught a 15-yard touchdown pass from Kyle Trask to make it 34-9.
Jacksonville finally produced its lone touchdown when Trebor Pena caught a 29-yard pass from Joey Aguilar, with DeeJay Dallas adding the two-point conversion run.
The sequence demonstrates that Carolina built the lead steadily rather than relying exclusively on late scoring.
What Makes These Stats Useful for Player Evaluation?
For readers tracking roster battles, the most useful approach is to separate volume from efficiency.
Quarterbacks
Look at:
- Completion percentage
- Passing yards
- Yards per attempt
- Touchdowns
- Interceptions
- Passer rating
- Number of attempts
A quarterback with a 158.3 rating on four attempts should not automatically be compared directly with a quarterback who produced an 88.2 rating on 25 attempts.
Running Backs
Look at:
- Carries
- Rushing yards
- Yards per carry
- Longest run
- Touchdowns
- Receiving involvement
This helps distinguish a high-volume runner from an explosive change-of-pace player.
Receivers
Look at:
- Targets
- Receptions
- Receiving yards
- Yards per reception
- Touchdowns
- Longest reception
Targets are particularly useful because receptions alone do not show how frequently a receiver was involved in the passing offense.
Where This Game Fits Into Carolina’s 2026 Preseason
The Panthers’ official schedule shows the Jacksonville game as their second conventional preseason game, following a 29-14 loss to Buffalo. Carolina later finished the preseason with a 16-13 victory over Houston.
The Jacksonville result was therefore part of a larger preseason evaluation period.
It should not be treated as a standalone prediction of regular-season performance.
Carolina’s own postgame analysis also emphasized that one preseason game does not establish a season-long offensive identity.
That is an important distinction for anyone using player statistics to evaluate future performance.
How to Compare Players Using This Box Score
A simple comparison framework can make the statistics much more useful.
- For quarterbacks, start with workload, then examine efficiency.
- For running backs, compare both volume and yards per carry.
- For receivers, consider targets alongside receptions and yardage.
- For defenders, combine tackles with sacks, tackles for loss, quarterback hits, interceptions, and passes defended.
- For special teams, evaluate field-goal accuracy, extra points, punting, and return production.
This approach avoids relying on a single headline statistic.
For example, Jacksonville’s defense recorded 70 tackles compared with Carolina’s 54. That number alone could appear impressive, but Jacksonville also allowed Carolina to score 34 points and did not record a sack or interception. Context changes the meaning of the raw total.
Source and Data Verification
The official Carolina Panthers game center confirms the final score, quarter-by-quarter scoring, total yardage, penalties, and time of possession.
The Panthers’ official 2026 schedule confirms the preseason meeting at Jacksonville and records the final score as 34-17.
The supplied game data provides the individual passing, rushing, receiving, defensive, and special teams statistics used throughout this article.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Carolina Panthers vs Jacksonville Jaguars preseason game?
The Carolina Panthers defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 34-17 in the 2026 preseason matchup at EverBank Stadium.
How many passing yards did each team have?
Both Carolina and Jacksonville recorded 238 passing yards in the supplied game statistics.
Who was Carolina’s leading passer?
Kenny Pickett led Carolina in passing volume, completing 15 of 25 attempts for 137 yards and one touchdown.
Who led Jacksonville in passing?
Joey Aguilar completed nine of 10 passes for 130 yards and one touchdown, giving him Jacksonville’s highest passing yardage total.
Who led Carolina in rushing?
Jimmy Horn Jr. recorded the longest individual rushing play with a 39-yard run, while Anthony Tyus III led the Panthers in rushing attempts with nine.
Who led the game in receiving yards?
John Metchie III led Carolina with 77 receiving yards, while Trebor Pena led Jacksonville with 72 yards.
Conclusion
The carolina panthers vs jacksonville jaguars match player stats tell a more detailed story than the 34-17 final score alone.
Carolina and Jacksonville finished with identical passing totals of 238 yards, but the Panthers created separation on the ground. Carolina rushed for 147 yards compared with 80 from Jacksonville and scored two rushing touchdowns.
Kenny Pickett handled the largest share of Carolina’s quarterback workload, while Kyle Trask produced a perfect 4-for-4 passing line with a touchdown. Bryce Young completed five of six attempts in his limited appearance. For Jacksonville, Joey Aguilar delivered the largest passing contribution with 130 yards and a touchdown.
John Metchie III led Carolina’s receiving group with 77 yards, while Trebor Pena produced 72 yards and Jacksonville’s only passing touchdown. Carolina also won the turnover margin through its interception of Jacksonville and avoided throwing one itself.
The numbers also need preseason context. Several starters received limited workloads, and Carolina was without four defensive starters in the matchup.
As a result, the most useful way to interpret this box score is not to treat one performance as a definitive statement about an entire season. Instead, the statistics provide a snapshot of workload, efficiency, explosiveness, ball security, and role within a specific preseason game.
