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Panthers' QB Bryce Young shines in 32-26 win over Lions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 3:35 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Panthers' QB Bryce Young shines in 32-26 win over Lions

Summary

The Carolina Panthers secured a 32-26 victory against the Detroit Lions on October 4, 2026, showing resilience despite a tough injury to offensive tackle Monroe Freeling. Quarterback Bryce Young delivered a standout performance, displaying improved skills and earning praise from former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky, who suggested Young ranks among the top five quarterbacks in the league. Young's anticipation and the strong running of Chubba Hubbard contributed to the win. The Panthers will rest before their next game against the Philadelphia Eagles on October 18, 2026.

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•Panthers defeat Lions 32-26 on October 4, 2026.
•Bryce Young praised as a top five QB by Dan Orlovsky.
•Monroe Freeling suffered an injury during the game.
•Chubba Hubbard contributed significantly to the victory.
•Next game for the Panthers is against the Eagles on October 18.

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3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers’ Dan Orlovsky drops bold ‘top 5’ Bryce Young take amid hot start

What they're saying

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Coach Dave Canales’ Carolina Panthers outlasted Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions in a 32-26 Sunday Night Football win that included a tough-luck injury to OT Monroe Freeling . Rising star QB Bryce Young entered Cam Newton territory as he took down the Lions with precision and style. October 5 brought a series of takes from former NFL QB and ESPN […] The post Panthers’ Dan Orlovsky drops bold ‘top 5’ Bryce Young take amid hot start appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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