NFL Preseason: Browns vs. Panthers Preview, Odds, Picks (Aug 7)

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Browns vs. Panthers preseason week 1 Preview, Odds, Prediction for the game set at the Bank of America Stadium on August 7.

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Browns vs. Panthers preseason game might feature Shedeur Sanders.
The Carolina Panthers are the favorites in this one at -200.
The over/under line is set at 32.5 points.

This game might be Shedeur Sanders’ turning point. He just might snatch the starting QB spot in Cleveland and start the quest in the NFL.

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How to Watch

When: Friday, August 7, 7 pm ET
Where: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina
How to Watch: NFL Net, NBC

Browns vs. Panthers Odds

Team	Moneyline	Spread	Totals
Browns	+180	+3.5	32.5
Panthers	-215	-3.5	32.5

Game Preview

The Browns didn’t decide who will be their starting QB. Now, given the fact that Shedeur Sanders has a good training camp, he will get some reps here and a chance to become the starter. He has what it takes, plus, there is a huge hype around his name. Of course, Joe Flacco is there as well, while Kenny Pickett remains injured for the moment.

Apart from Sanders, we can’t wait to see Ohio’s RB, Quinshon Judkins, who ran for 14 TDs last year and 1,060 yards in 16 appearances. He is an extremely strong guy and could be the steal of the draft.

Shedeur Sanders gets the least reps.

Shedeur Sanders gets the least time with the first stringers.

Shedeur Sanders dimes still outweigh everything we've seen from Pickett and Gabriel combined.

Says ALL you need to know. ⌚️ pic.twitter.com/5XrWrXTrxV
— Nick Karns (@karnsies817) August 5, 2025

On the other hand, the Panthers know who will be their starting quarterback (Young), but other positions aren’t as clear. What’s sure is that the 8th pick from this draft, WR Tetairoa McMillan, needs to start playing with Bryce Young right away so that the two create a connection.

Carolina had plenty of selections at this year’s draft, and all of them will have a chance to play right away. HC Dave Canales has to test them and see what he has at his disposal.

Browns vs. Panthers Head to Head

The Panthers won 4 of 7 meetings against the Browns. The last encounter was in 2022 when the Browns won on the road, 26-24.

Browns vs. Panthers Predictions

Surprisingly, for many, we pick the Browns here. Stefanski’s defense is solid, with or without Garrett, and it has Mason Graham, the No. 5 pick. That’ll be enough to disturb young or Andy Dalton, whoever plays.

Free NFL picks: Browns +180

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