Panthers discuss Bryce Young's growth ahead of fourth NFL season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:28 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Carolina Panthers remain noncommittal regarding quarterback Bryce Young's long-term contract situation as he heads into his fourth NFL season. Brandt Tilis, the Panthers executive vice president, noted Young's development, highlighting his performance last year where he threw for over 3,000 yards and led the team to an NFC South title. Although Young's ceiling is seen as 'unknown', his progress in training camp has been encouraging, with coaches observing improved decision-making and chemistry with receivers. He is expected to start the upcoming season without a long-term deal, having a base salary of over $12 million this season. Discussions on potential contract extensions are anticipated to remain within the organization for now.
- •Bryce Young enters his fourth season with the Panthers this year.
- •Young threw for 3,011 yards with 23 touchdowns last season.
- •Brandt Tilis expressed optimism about Young's potential growth.
- •Young has a contract for slightly more than $12 million this season.
- •Preseason opener against the Cardinals will see most starters resting.
- 8:06 PMESPN NFL — Panthers remain mum on extension for QB Young
- 6:41 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers remain mum on Bryce Young's contractual future as they ponder QB's ceiling entering Year 4
"The Carolina Panthers remain tight-lipped about the long-term contractual future of quarterback Bryce Young as he prepares to enter his fourth NFL season. Panthers executive vice president of football operations Brandt Tilis said Monday he felt Young “ascended” to a new level last season, while adding that the 25-year-old’s ceiling is still “unknown.” After being benched early in his second season, the No. 1 overall pick in 2023 responded by throwing for 3,011 yards with 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last year while going 8-8 as a starter and leading the Panthers to an NFC South championship.
"The Panthers remain tight-lipped about the long-term contractual future of quarterback Bryce Young as he prepares to enter his fourth NFL season.
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External links- ESPN NFLAug 3, 2026, 8:06 PMPanthers remain mum on extension for QB Young
The Panthers remain tight-lipped about the long-term contractual future of quarterback Bryce Young as he prepares to enter his fourth NFL season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 6:41 PMPanthers remain mum on Bryce Young's contractual future as they ponder QB's ceiling entering Year 4
The Carolina Panthers remain tight-lipped about the long-term contractual future of quarterback Bryce Young as he prepares to enter his fourth NFL season. Panthers executive vice president of football operations Brandt Tilis said Monday he felt Young “ascended” to a new level last season, while adding that the 25-year-old’s ceiling is still “unknown.” After being benched early in his second season, the No. 1 overall pick in 2023 responded by throwing for 3,011 yards with 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last year while going 8-8 as a starter and leading the Panthers to an NFC South championship.
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