For Bryce Young , his upcoming 2025 season is his prove-it year for the Carolina Panthers . Entering Year 3 of his rookie deal , the former No. 1 overall pick needs to show more of his positive development reflected down the stretch last fall to warrant a long-term extension in the future.

Coming out of Friday's preseason debut against the Cleveland Browns , some NFL executives and coaches remain unsure if Young can ever rise to the second-tier of quarterbacks, according to The Athletic .

Over the final three starts of last season, Young managed seven touchdowns passes without an interception, rushed for three scores and flexed a 64.7% completion rate — considerably better than his career average (60.3).

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