Bryce Young evolved before the NFL world's eyes. The Carolina Panthers quarterback willed himself back from the brink, recovering from a benching just 18 games

It capped a remarkable turnaround for Young, who was benched two games into the season by first-year coach Dave Canales, a decision that led many to conclude the Panthers had squandered the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL draft when they traded up eight spots to get the former Heisman Trophy winner from Alabama.

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has once again passed the vibe check for basketball legend Steph Curry. Young, in the middle of his sparkling outing in Sunday’s 44-38 win over the Atlanta Falcons, did his best Steph impression on (or technically before) his second touchdown pass of the game.

What a turnaround it has been for Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. After being benched in favor of Andy Dalton earlier in the season, Young has emerged from the depths and has established himself as the Panthers' clear answer under center heading into 2025.