Overview

• Cleveland opened the 2025 preseason with a 30-10 win over Carolina to stoke early momentum.
• Coordinator Jim Schwartz’s defense overwhelmed the Panthers with swarming pressure and multiple disruptive plays.
• A physical ground game controlled the clock, highlighted by the offensive line’s dominance at the line of scrimmage.
• Rookie quarterback Bryce Young orchestrated late drives with poise, leaving Panthers staff encouraged despite the loss.
• Both franchises enter training camp with clearer identities, the Browns banking on physicality and the Panthers riding renewed optimism.