Bryce Young, a quarterback from the University of Alabama, has been selected by the Carolina Panthers as the first pick in the 2023 NFL Draft (yahoo.com). The Panthers traded with the Bears, giving up a 2024 first-round pick in the process. Despite being considered a unique quarterback prospect due to his size, Young could change perceptions of what NFL teams look for (yahoo.com). He won the Heisman in 2021, becoming the first Alabama quarterback to do so. Now, he has made history yet again by becoming the first Tide player to go No. 1 overall in the common era (cbssports.com).
Despite some concerns about his size, many analysts are optimistic about his game. Young has a tremendous feel for the game and a Joe Burrow-like calm (theringer.com). Even Young himself seems ready to get to work after being drafted, saying “I’m blessed to be a Panther” (foxnews.com). The Carolina Panthers have been on the lookout for their next long-term quarterback, having gone through several stopgap solutions in recent years (usatoday.com).
Young has already appeared on Good Morning America the day after being drafted, showing his excitement and willingness to get to work (panthers.com). Fans will have the opportunity to welcome him in person at Bank of America Stadium (panthers.com). The draft has also revealed some interesting information about the prospects, with Bryce Young having the highest S2 test scores among quarterbacks and C.J. Stroud having the lowest (usatoday.com).
With his selection as the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Bryce Young has become a figure of great interest and expectation for the Carolina Panthers and their fans. Only time will tell if he will live up to the hype, but Young himself seems ready to tackle the challenge.
