Bryce Young Shines in Panthers’ Comeback Season

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Bryce Young, the Carolina Panthers‘ quarterback, has emerged as a bright spot in the 2025 season. After facing heavy criticism in his first two years, Young is finding ways to win games and improve his performance on the field.

Entering November, Young is on fire. He has thrown for 1,962 yards and 14 touchdowns this season, including a record-breaking performance against the Atlanta Falcons where he amassed 448 yards, the most in franchise history.

Despite struggles with completion percentage and interceptions, Young’s ability to guide his team during crucial moments stands out. He has led four game-winning drives this season, showing he can perform under pressure when it matters most.

“I’m just focusing on getting better each week,” Young said. “There’s a lot of pressure, but it’s all about staying calm and executing the game plan.”

While Young’s current stats place him in the middle of the pack among NFL quarterbacks, his resilience and adaptability signal a positive trend for the Panthers. They sit at 6-5, competing for a playoff spot for the first time since 2017.

The upcoming schedule appears challenging, with the San Francisco 49ers favored in their matchup. However, Young’s recent performances suggest he is ready for the task. He completed 31 of 45 passes against Atlanta, despite battling an ankle injury that sidelined him earlier in the season.

Coach Frank Reich commended Young’s growth since the start of the year. “He has shown real leadership. He’s learning to embrace the moment,” Reich stated.

As Young aims to prove the skeptics wrong, he understands the significance of this moment in his career. With the fifth-year option looming on the horizon, his performance over the next few games will be crucial. Riding on the momentum of his recent success, Young is ready to lead the Panthers into an important stretch of the season.