Panthers expect contract extension for Bryce Young this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Carolina Panthers anticipate contract negotiations with Bryce Young as the 2026 NFL season unfolds. Following a playoff appearance last year, the team is gearing up for a challenging season in the NFC South. Analyst Dan Graziano predicts a contract extension for Young, likely around $44 million per year, despite expectations of missing the playoffs again. The Panthers aim to balance retention of Young's services while managing roster construction effectively in the long term.
- •Panthers aim for a competitive season post-playoff appearance in 2025.
- •NFC South rivals, including the Saints and Buccaneers, bolster league competition.
- •Bryce Young expected to show continued growth this season.
- •Contract extension deemed feasible at approximately $44 million per year.
- •Panthers may draft around the middle of the pack next season.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers 'most likely' outcome with Bryce Young leads to smart contract decision
"This season outcome would not be a surprise at all for the Panthers or Young.
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