The Carolina Panthers will sit their starters in the final preseason game the Pittsburgh Steelers play on Thursday, head coach Dave Canales said.

The Panthers starters have played in each of their first two games, and on a short week, Canales does not want to risk the team health.

They played briefly against the Texans in Houston, and had a lengthy stay in the game during their first preseason game against the Browns.

Both performances have been below the line, with Canales saying the team does not appear in rhythm or sync as he watches his team in practice.

“We have two really important practices before we go into Pittsburgh. The starters will not play this upcoming week. Those practices become so valuable because it’s the last time we have this whole group together and we’re ab

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