Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (11) grabs a pass against New England Patriots cornerback Shaun Wade, left, during the first half of a preseason NFL football game, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo, right, is embraced by Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales after a preseason NFL football game, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)