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The Panthers kick off their season on Sunday versus the Saints. From a rookie's debut, to Young's progression, here are five things to watch. 

The Panthers game against the Saints will air on FOX at 1:00 p.m.

The Panthers won't have veterans Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas for the opener against the Saints this week.

The Panthers were without veterans Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas during Thursday's practice in preparation for the opener against the Saints.

Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas did not participate in Wednesday's practice in advance of this week's trip to New Orleans.

Players voted for Shaq Thompson, Derrick Brown, Bryce Young, and Sam Franklin Jr. as their weekly captains.