Though Marchand didn't record any points in Game 1, he got the last laugh; his Panthers won 5-2. Gostisbehere told reporters he was "pretty pissed off" after Marchand "tried to take a run at me." ...

Bookmakers are projecting the Carolina Panthers to be slightly better in 2025, as the team's over/under is set at 6.5 wins, compared to the five games they won last season.