Panthers blow up 2026 opponents in explosive 'Jackass'-themed release video

The Carolina Panthers were once the undisputed king of the schedule release game, with an unrivaled social media team. Now, all 32 teams around the NFL have taken to releasing their own unique takes and themes every year.

The Panthers have finally unveiled their 2026 schedule—and with it, their annual foray into the release video wars. Here's what the video team came up with this year, featuring an explosive "Jackass" theme for us ancient millennials—with an assist from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department bomb squad.

Take a look . . .

Carolina Panthers 2026 schedule

• Week 1: vs. Chicago Bears (Sunday, Sept. 13 at 1:00 p.m. ET)
• Week 2: at Atlanta Falcons (Sunday, Sept. 20 at 1:00 p.m. ET)
• Week 3: at Cleveland Browns (Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1:00 p.m. ET)
• Week 4: vs. Detroit Lions (Sunday, Oct. 4 at 8:20 p.m. ET)
• Week 5: Bye
• Week 6: at Philadelphia Eagles (Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1:00 p.m. ET)
• Week 7: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1:00 p.m. ET)
• Week 8: at Green Bay Packers (Thursday, Oct. 29 at 8:15 p.m. ET)