The NFL made its triumphant return in Canton, Ohio on Thursday night, as the Panthers took down the Cardinals 33–30 in the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. Aside from showcasing the Hall’s five new inductees—who will officially be enshrined on Saturday night—the contest was highlighted by two rookie quarterbacks battling it out in their preseason debuts.
For starters, Arizona’s signal-caller Carson Beck began the game under center for the Cardinals and led them to 17 first-half points—which included two touchdown drives. The 2026 third-round pick finished the night 15-for-19 passing for 188 yards and one touchdown, was sacked just once and posted a passer rating of 125.4. Quarterback controversy? We’ll see.
