By Dr. Layne McDonald Tonight, under the crisp summer lights of Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, the roar of the crowd will signal more than just the return of football. At 8:00 p.m. ET, broadcast nationally on NBC and streaming on Peacock, the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals will take the field for the 2026 Hall of Fame Game, officially lifting the curtain on a new NFL season. For millions of Americans who find comfort, community, and a familiar r
