Carolina Panthers vs Jacksonville Jaguars preview: Date, kick-off time, news, prediction and how to watch the NFL on DAZN

The Jaguars host the Panthers in the 2025 regular-season opener, in a clash between two rebuilding franchises looking to begin their season on a positive note.

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the Week 1 showdown between an NFC and AFC hopeful.

Panthers vs Jaguars date, start time

This Week 1 fixture features two teams looking to demonstrate that their 2025 rookie haul marks the beginning of a brighter, more successful future.

The Jaguars boast Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, a game-breaking talent who could revolutionize the sport if his two-way abilities transition to the pro level.

The Panthers go into the game intending to show that rookie Tetairoa McMillan, selected eighth overall, can instantly become the focal point of their new-look offense.

It's also a battle between two quarterbacks selected first overall in their respective drafts.

The Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence looks to bounce back after missing most of the 2024 campaign through injury.

Panthers' gunslinger Bryce Young will be eager to show that his late-season sophomore breakout performance was no fluke.

It may not be the banner matchup of the week based on last year's record, but don't confuse this with a matchup between two bottom-dwellers. These two teams on the rise make this a must-watch game.

• Date: Sunday, September 7
• Kick-off: 6pm BST / 1pm ET / 10am PT

Where is Panthers vs Jaguars?

EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville (FL)

Prediction

While everyone is distracted by how Hunter performs on his debut, Brian Thomas reminds us of his otherworldly abilities, picking up where he left off in 2024.

Bryce Young and Panthers' running back Chuba Hubbard should perform much better than the last time these teams met, when the Jaguars shut out their NFC rivals.

But ultimately, big plays produced by the likes of Josh Allen, Travon Walker, and Foyesade Oluokun prove the difference between the two sides, and Jacksonville moves into a 5-4 series lead.

Panthers 17 - 24 Jaguars

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