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Should I Keep Bryce Young?
HEYTC AIBryce Young took a clear step forward in 2025 with over 3,000 passing yards, 23 TDs, and playoff exposure, but he is still more of a solid QB2 in dynasty than a locked-in elite cornerstone. His age and improving late-game performance support holding in most formats, but his ceiling remains uncertain on a still-average offense.
Bryce Young Fantasy Projections & Matchup Analysis
If his keeper cost is in the double-digit rounds or below market for a mid-range QB2, he is worth keeping as a value starter or strong backup; if the cost is a premium pick (top 5-6 rounds in 1QB), you should strongly consider re-entering him into the draft and streaming or buying a higher-ceiling option instead.
Carolina went 8–9 and reached the playoffs as a wild-card, but finished 27th in scoring and 26th in passing yards, indicating a competitive but still limited offense. With the team likely committed to Young via his fifth‑year option and multiple late‑game comebacks logged, he has reasonable role security, though the supporting cast and scheme still need to improve for a true fantasy breakout.
- Demonstrated year‑three growth with 3,011 passing yards, 23 TDs, and improved efficiency.
- Panthers are expected to pick up his fifth‑year option, giving him at least medium‑term job security through 2026.
- Offense and team overall remained mediocre (27th in scoring, 26th in passing yards), which caps his short‑term fantasy ceiling.
Bryce Young Career Timeline
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Ranked among 2025 playoff starting quarterbacks
Entering the 2025 playoffs, Young was profiled as one of the 14 starting quarterbacks in the postseason field, recognized as a developing but still unproven playoff signal‑caller after guiding Carolina to the division title and his first postseason berth in his third NFL season.
Emerges as top young clutch quarterback
By the end of the 2025 season, Young had compiled 12 game‑winning drives in the fourth quarter or overtime, the second‑most in NFL history by a quarterback before his 25th birthday and the most among all active quarterbacks since the start of the 2023 season. His performance in one‑score games, including a 101.2 passer rating that ranked among league leaders, highlighted his reputation as a clutch young passer.
First NFL playoff appearance with Panthers
Young reached the postseason for the first time in his NFL career when the 2025 Panthers, as NFC South champions, hosted the Los Angeles Rams on Wild Card Weekend. The game marked his NFL playoff debut after previously gaining big‑game experience at Alabama.
Career year and Panthers’ NFC South title
During the 2025 regular season, his third in the league, Young posted career highs in completion percentage, passing yards, touchdowns, and passer rating while helping the Carolina Panthers win the NFC South for the first time since 2015. He became known for his late‑game poise, producing numerous fourth‑quarter and overtime game‑winning drives that ranked among the most in NFL history for a quarterback before age 25.
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Second NFL season leading Carolina offense
In his second year with the Panthers in 2024, Young continued as the team’s starting quarterback, building chemistry with his supporting cast and solidifying his role as the long‑term leader of the offense.
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Rookie season as Panthers starting quarterback
Young began his NFL career in 2023 as the Carolina Panthers’ starting quarterback, gaining experience and developing within a rebuilding offense during his first professional season.
Drafted 1st overall by Carolina Panthers
Bryce Young was selected by the Carolina Panthers as the 1st overall pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, becoming the franchise’s new franchise quarterback and immediately stepping into a starting role as a rookie.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bryce Young
Is Bryce Young injured?
Bryce Young injured his ankle during the Panthers' win over the Jets on a third-quarter sack. Coach Dave Canales provided no immediate update post-game, pending further evaluation.
How did Bryce Young play in the Panthers' last game against the Rams?
In the NFC Wild Card playoff loss to the Rams, Bryce Young threw for 264 yards and 1 touchdown on 21-of-40 passing, with 1 interception. He also ran 16 yards for a touchdown but struggled late, missing four straight throws on the final possession.
Will Bryce Young be traded by the Panthers?
Panthers insider David Newton highlighted deciding if Bryce Young fits long-term plans as a key offseason priority, citing his inconsistency with a 22nd-ranked(47.7) and 63.6% completion rate. Young had 3,011 yards, 23 TDs, but 15 turnovers in 16 regular-season games.
What is Bryce Young's current quarterback ranking?
Bryce Young is currently ranked #20 on HeyTC's Daily AI Quarterback Rankings with an overall score in the Delulu (27.51) tier. This aligns with his 22ndranking during the season.
Who do the Panthers and Bryce Young play next?
The Panthers, NFC South champions, lost to the Rams in the NFC Wild Card Round, ending their season. No next game is scheduled as they are eliminated from the playoffs.
What is the biggest current storyline for Bryce Young?
The Panthers face a major decision on Bryce Young's long-term future after their playoff loss, with insiders questioning his fit due to inconsistency despite a 3,011-yard, 23-TD season. This comes amid his recent ankle injury and third-year ups and downs.