When Bryce Young envisioned donning a Panthers jersey for the first time, he probably didn’t expect the preseason debut to go the way it did. The highly anticipated No. 1 pick of 2023 faced intense pressure from the Jets, completing only 4 out of 6 passes for a mere 21 yards on three drives. The Jets’ defense was relentless, sacking Young once and shutting down the Panthers, resulting in a 27-0 victory.
Young did show a glimpse of promise on his first drive, completing an eight-yard pass to veteran receiver Adam Thielen and a five-yard gain to DJ Chark. However, his success quickly dwindled, as he only managed to complete two more passes throughout the game and faced a sack during his third possession. The Jets’ defensive line, consisting of non-starters, overwhelmed the Panthers’ offensive front, with Quentin Jefferson breaking through for a sack and a nine-yard loss in the second quarter. Young’s limited size, standing at 5-foot-10 and weighing 205 pounds, has been a concern since being selected as the top pick, especially considering the weaknesses of the Panthers’ offensive line.
Despite the lopsided game, there seems to be a budding connection between the two teams’ leaders. Young expressed how influential Aaron Rodgers has been in shaping his game, particularly in his unorthodox style of passing. Young credits Rodgers with opening doors for players to experiment with different arm angles. Rodgers, though he may not participate in a preseason game, holds Young in high regard after meeting him and observing him during joint practices. However, Young did experience a sack from the Jets’ formidable defensive line.
Rodgers himself shares a positive opinion of Young, stating that he has known about the young quarterback for a while through their shared agent. He admires Young’s demeanor, movement, and throwing ability, expressing confidence that Carolina is in good hands with him at the helm.
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