Bryce Young impresses in Panthers win over Lions as critics rethink doubts
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Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Bryce Young delivered a standout performance for the Carolina Panthers in Week 4 against the Detroit Lions, completing 25 of 34 passes for 329 yards and two touchdowns. This victory marks a strong start to the season for Young, who is showing significant improvement after a difficult rookie year. Robert Griffin III voiced support for Young, stating that many critics owe him an apology. Young's evolution as a top passer is prompting a change in perception around the Panthers, with the team sitting at the top of the NFC South with a current record of 2-2. The Panthers will next face the Philadelphia Eagles on October 18.
- •Bryce Young completes 25 of 34 passes against the Lions.
- •Young throws for 329 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Robert Griffin III suggests many owe Young an apology for early doubts.
- •The Panthers improve to 2-2 and lead the NFC South.
- •Carolina next plays the Eagles on October 18.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘They Were WRONG’: Former NFL Star Reacts to Bryce Young’s Big Game for Panthers
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You guys buried him’ – Carolina Panthers star owed an apology by a lot of people, says Robert Griffin III
"Former NFL star Robert Griffin III had a blunt reaction after Bryce Young delivered another impressive performance for the Carolina Panthers. Young continued his strong start to the season in Week 4, helping Carolina secure a statement victory while strengthening the case that he belongs among the NFL’s top quarterbacks. Young entered the matchup facing […] The post ‘They Were WRONG’: Former NFL Star Reacts to Bryce Young’s Big Game for Panthers appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"Robert Griffin III has been praising the development of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young recently. Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, but he perhaps did not reach the heights many expected during the beginning of his professional career.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 11:45 AM‘They Were WRONG’: Former NFL Star Reacts to Bryce Young’s Big Game for Panthers
Former NFL star Robert Griffin III had a blunt reaction after Bryce Young delivered another impressive performance for the Carolina Panthers. Young continued his strong start to the season in Week 4, helping Carolina secure a statement victory while strengthening the case that he belongs among the NFL’s top quarterbacks. Young entered the matchup facing […] The post ‘They Were WRONG’: Former NFL Star Reacts to Bryce Young’s Big Game for Panthers appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 11:45 AM‘You guys buried him’ – Carolina Panthers star owed an apology by a lot of people, says Robert Griffin III
Robert Griffin III has been praising the development of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young recently. Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, but he perhaps did not reach the heights many expected during the beginning of his professional career.
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