Carolina Panthers offensive lineman Jake Curhan watched from the bench during a preseason matchup against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on August 15, 2026. The game highlighted ongoing injury concerns and sloppy play across the league, though analysts maintain hope for improvement before the regular season.
Photographed by Timothy T. Ludwig for Getty Images, Curhan, wearing number 71, was among several players sidelined as teams navigate roster decisions and health management during the exhibition schedule.
