The Carolina Panthers are going into the 2024 season with hopes to prove that taking Bryce Young with the first overall pick in the 2023 Draft was the right choice. Young’s stats for the 2023 season looked like this:
- 2-14 record
- 59.8 completion percentage
- 2,877 passing yards
- 11 touchdowns
- 10 interceptions
Certainly not what you want to see from the first overall draft pick, however, there is optimism surrounding the 23-year-old quarterback.
Carolina Panthers Predicted To Land Massive Protection For Bryce Young
According to Bleacher Report’s NFL Scouting Department:
Add Now: LT David Bakhtiari
While Ikem Ekwonu has been a good run-blocker over the last two years, he’s struggled in pass protection by allowing 17 career sacks, per Pro Football Focus.
So, it couldn’t hurt to have a veteran left tackle on hand in case Ekwonu continues to struggle to keep Young upright.
Granted, Bakhtiari hasn’t been able to stay healthy over the last few seasons, but at least he has a strong track record to give the Panthers an insurance policy. Also, the 11-year pro recently told ESPN that he thinks he has a couple of years left in the tank.
Young didn’t do a lot to convince his doubters last season. As a result, Carolina has reinvented their coaching staff in order to get the most out of their young QB.
Though Young’s play on the field has been suspect in the NFL, his leadership ability has never been questioned, and many feel he is poised to lead Carolina this season. Having proven himself in high school and with the Crimson Tide, he’s preparing himself for the future by pulling from his past.
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