JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Panthers had opportunities to make plays.

But after an offseason spent hoping to build on the offensive momentum gained in the second half of last season, it was their own mistakes on offense that undid them in a 26-10 loss to the Jaguars in the regular season opener.

Bryce Young threw an interception and fumbled in the first half, turnovers that led to 10 Jaguars points. And then a promising drive to start the second half unraveled in the red zone, with a fourth-and-1 pass attempt thrown out of bounds with no one open.

It was a frustrating moment for Young, who slammed his helmet on the bench afterward.

But it was a frustrating day for the Panthers in general.

Dropped passes. Penalties that negated first downs (including an ineligible man downfield on center

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