Bryce Young rebounds, earns top marks among NFL QBs on rookie contracts

Bryce Young of the Carolina Panthers has received an A+ for his performance through four weeks of the NFL season, trailing only in passing yards per game among starters. He leads the league with 1,268 passing yards and has shown significant growth in his ability to diagnose defenses and improve footwork. Tyler Shough from the New Orleans Saints also stands out with an A- grade, driving his team to a top-10 scoring offense despite their 1-3 record, attributed largely to defensive struggles. Analysts note the improved offensive output for both quarterbacks compared to last season.

• 3:29 PMCBS NFL — Grading NFL QBs on rookie contracts: Panthers' Bryce Young earns highest mark, Cam Ward gets 'D+'