Panthers QB Stability: Young's Progress, Pickett's Backup

0:00It's March 28th. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Carolina Panthers are finally chilling on their quarterback drama for the first time in years. After bouncing through retreads, post-cam Newton and betting big on Bryce Young, they're now rated low on the panic meter by Bleacher Report Analyst. Alex Valentine, who slapped them with a 4 out of 10. Young's had a rocky start with that brutal rookie year, but he's leveled up under coach Dave Canalis, showing flashes of long-term starter potential. The team grabbed back up Kenny Pickett too, rounding out a solid room. Fans know the media often underrates Young compared to other quarterbacks, but for once an analyst is vibing with the Panthers' calm. Past years had them spiking high on these panic scales, while contenders like the Chiefs and Texans sit at threes. They're locking in Young's fifth year option, a clear vote of confidence after his progress toward a division title, even in an 8-9 season.

1:00Projection. Valentine gives him a two-year window to prove more, before a big extension. With Young trending up and picking it in the mix, Canalis' QB spot looks stable heading forward, easing those long-standing worries across the league.