Panthers, Browns revved up after road triumphs

The Carolina Panthers and Cleveland Browns will face off this Sunday afternoon in Cleveland, with both teams entering the matchup with 1-1 records. Carolina travels following a 34-3 road victory over the Atlanta Falcons, while Cleveland plays its home opener after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-19 on the road. Panthers quarterback Bryce Young enters the game tied for the NFL lead with six touchdown passes, while Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson holds a 76.9% completion rate.

Carolina faces several injury concerns heading into Sunday's game. Running back Jonathon Brooks was placed on injured reserve due to an impending groin surgery, leaving Chuba Hubbard to handle the bulk of carries. On defense, Panthers starters Devin Lloyd, Jaelen Phillips, and Nick Scott missed Wednesday's practice, though Lloyd was recently named NFC Defensive Player of the Week.