Best and worst from Week 1 loss to Bears

Panthers Wire • September 14, 2026 • sports

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The Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in the highest-scoring Week 1 NFL game, with Panthers quarterback Bryce Young passing for 361 yards and four total touchdowns.
On offense, WR Jalen Coker led the Panthers with an 89.3 grade, contributing 138 yards and two touchdowns, while RB Jonathon Brooks also performed well with an 87.3 grade and strong pass-blocking.
The Panthers' offensive struggles were highlighted by WR Xavier Legette, who had a 41.6 grade, dropped a pass, and finished with no receptions.
Defensively, DL Bobby Brown III earned the highest grade at 89.5, recording three pressures, while OLB Jaelan Phillips added four pressures including one sack.
Several defensive players underperformed, notably ILB Devin Lloyd with a 31.9 grade, missing tackles and allowing significant receptions and a touchdown.