Bryce Young may be entering a prove-it season in Carolina
Bryce Young may enter the 2026 season without a long-term extension from the Carolina Panthers. Young reached a new level last season, throwing for 3,011 yards with 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions while going 8-8 as the starter and leading Carolina to the NFC South championship. Panthers executive vice president of football operations Brandt Tilis said Young ascended last season but described the former No. 1 pick's ceiling as still unknown. Tilis would not reveal whether Carolina plans to negotiate an extension before the season or wait to evaluate Young during 2026. Young remains under contract for this season, and no long-term agreement has been announced.
Corroborating: The Associated Press reported that Carolina remains tight-lipped about Young's long-term future. Brandt Tilis praised Young's development but said his ceiling remains unknown and kept the team's extension timeline private. The Panthers' official site also published Tilis' comments. No extension has been announced.
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