Preseason football is rarely a clean affair, but the Cleveland Browns looked sharp in their opener. The Browns rolled past the Carolina Panthers 30-10 on August 8, 2025, leaning on a turnover-free offense and a punishing ground game to pull away early.

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Final Score: Cleveland Browns 30, Carolina Panthers 10 ·
Total Yards: Browns 308, Panthers 251 ·
Turnovers: Browns 0, Panthers 2 ·
First Downs: Browns 20, Panthers 13 ·
Rushing Yards: Browns 125, Panthers 40

Quick Snapshot

1Game Summary
2Offensive Stats
3Defensive Stats
4Timeline Signal
  • Game played August 8, 2025 (ESPN)
  • Browns win 30-10 (Cleveland Browns recap)
Key facts from the game
Label Value
Date August 8, 2025
Venue Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Final Score Browns 30, Panthers 10
Attendance Not officially reported

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What were the player stats in the Carolina Panthers vs Cleveland Browns game?

The box score tells a story of two quarterbacks finding rhythm and a running game that tilted the field. Four key stat lines stand out: total yardage, turnovers, third‑down efficiency, and individual passer numbers.

Team stat comparison
Stat Browns Panthers
Total Yards 308 251
Rushing Yards 125 40
Passing Yards 183 211
Turnovers 0 2
First Downs 20 13
Third Down Conversion 6/15 (40%) 3/12 (25%)

Among individual performances, Browns quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Huntley combined for three touchdown passes and zero interceptions. Sanders went 14‑of‑23 for 138 yards with two touchdowns (Cleveland Browns official box score). Huntley completed 6 of 8 passes for 51 yards and a touchdown (CBS Sports).

On the ground, Ahmani Marshall handled eight carries for 32 yards, leading a Browns rushing attack that averaged over four yards per attempt (FootballDB). The Panthers’ top rusher managed only 19 yards.

The Upshot

Cleveland’s ball security and efficient passing created a scoring margin that Carolina’s one‑dimensional offense couldn’t overcome.

Who is better, the Browns or the Panthers?

Head-to-head recent performance

One preseason game doesn’t settle a franchise comparison, but the numbers from August 8 give the edge to Cleveland. The Browns out‑gained the Panthers by 57 yards, doubled them in first downs, and didn’t turn the ball over (NFL.com).

  • Browns’ net yards per play: 5.2 vs. Panthers’ 4.1
  • Cleveland held the ball for 31:47, Carolina 28:13 (Cleveland Browns official box score)

Key player stats comparison

When we line up the quarterback and skill‑position production, the gap widens further.

Player Team Comp/Att Yards TD INT
Shedeur Sanders Browns 14/23 138 2 0
Tyler Huntley Browns 6/8 51 1 0
Bryce Young Panthers 12/20 87 1 1

The pattern: Cleveland got quality play from two quarterbacks, while Carolina’s passing game produced one touchdown but also a costly interception. The Browns also rushed for 85 more yards than the Panthers (PFF).

What This Means

For a single preseason contest, Cleveland demonstrated superior depth at quarterback and a more balanced offensive scheme — but the regular season will be the real test.

How many touchdowns did Shedeur Sanders have?

In his first preseason game with the Browns, Shedeur Sanders threw two touchdown passes — both in the second half — and did not throw an interception (Cleveland Browns official box score).

  • First TD: 5‑yard pass to Kaden Davis late in the first half (FootballDB)
  • Second TD: 12‑yard pass to Zaire Mitchell‑Paden in the third quarter (CBS Sports)

CBS Sports noted that Sanders “looked impressive in his preseason debut” and praised his composure in the pocket (CBS Sports). The two touchdowns came on separate drives and showcased his ability to read defenses.

The Catch

Sanders’ performance is promising, but preseason snaps come against backups. His real test will be when the starting defense lines up across from him in September.

Timeline: Key Moments

  • — Cleveland Browns defeat Carolina Panthers 30‑10 in preseason Week 1 at Bank of America Stadium (ESPN).

Confirmed Facts

  • Browns won 30‑10 (ESPN)
  • Browns had 308 total yards, Panthers 251 (NFL.com)
  • Browns had 0 turnovers, Panthers 2 (Cleveland Browns official box score)
  • Browns had 20 first downs, Panthers 13 (ESPN)
  • Game was played on August 8, 2025 (ESPN)

The implication: Cleveland’s crisp execution in all three phases sets a strong baseline for the rest of the preseason. For the Panthers, cleaning up turnovers will be the top priority before Week 2.

Additional sources

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For a detailed breakdown of every performance from that game, check out the full Panthers vs Browns player stats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Panthers vs Browns game?

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Carolina Panthers 30-10 in their preseason Week 1 matchup on August 8, 2025 (ESPN).

Who was the leading rusher for the Browns?

Ahmani Marshall led the Browns with 8 carries for 32 yards (Cleveland Browns official box score).

Who was the leading passer for the Panthers?

Bryce Young completed 12 of 20 passes for 87 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception (FootballDB).

How many turnovers did the Panthers have?

The Panthers committed two turnovers: one interception and one fumble (NFL.com).

Which team had more first downs?

The Browns had 20 first downs compared to the Panthers’ 13 (ESPN).

What was the third-down conversion rate for each team?

The Browns converted 6 of 15 (40%) third downs; the Panthers converted 3 of 12 (25%) (Cleveland Browns official box score).

Did any player have a standout performance?

Shedeur Sanders threw 2 touchdowns with no interceptions in his preseason debut, earning praise from CBS Sports as “impressive” (CBS Sports).