Carolina Panthers Sign Bryce Young as No. 1 Overall Draft Pick
The Carolina Panthers have made it official, signing Bryce Young as their No. 1 overall draft pick. The team announced on Saturday that the quarterback has agreed to a four-year, fully guaranteed contract worth $37.95 million, which includes a whopping $24.6 million signing bonus. According to Spotrac, Young will earn $25.3 million in 2023 and also has a fifth-year option in 2027.
Young wasted no time and will report to the Panthers’ training camp on Saturday. He seems to be already embracing the Charlotte culture, as he shared a photo on Twitter with multiple boxes of Bojangles, the famous southern food chain. It was recently revealed that Young has finalized a deal with Bojangles, further showcasing his efforts to integrate himself into the Charlotte community.
The Heisman Trophy winner out of Alabama had an impressive college career, starting for two years and etching his name in the program’s history. Young ranks second in Crimson Tide history with 8,356 career passing yards and 80 career passing touchdowns, leaving a mark that many believe will carry over to the NFL.
The Panthers traded up to secure the first selection in this year’s draft, with a clear goal of acquiring their quarterback of the future. After thorough evaluations and research, the team determined that Bryce Young was the best choice among all the available options. At just 21 years old, the Panthers are hopeful that Young will be the answer to their quarterback woes.
Under the guidance of new head coach Frank Reich and quarterbacks coach Josh McCown, Young will join a quarterback room that also includes Andy Dalton and Matt Corral. With a new coaching staff and a talented lineup of quarterbacks, the Panthers are eager to see how Young will contribute to the team’s success.
The addition of Bryce Young has created a wave of excitement among Carolina Panthers fans, who are eagerly anticipating the upcoming NFL season. Time will tell if Young lives up to the hype and becomes the franchise quarterback the Panthers have been searching for.