Panthers Sign Will Grier as Bryce Young's Backup

0:00On April 21, the Carolina Panthers just signed veteran quarterback Will Greer to a deal, bringing back their former third-round pick from the 20. 19 draft as a third-option, behind Bryce Young, and New Sinee Kenny Pickett. Earlier this offseason, General Manager Dan Morgan hunted for a long-term backup to develop with Young, grabbing Pickett on a one-year contract, but knowing he wanted starter reps down the line. Panthers fans might scratch their heads since the team scouted prospects like Haynes King from Georgia Tech and Diego Pavia from Vanderbilt. But this 2026 draft class lifts week after the top two guys. Instead of forcing a rookie pick, they pivoted to Greer, who started his career in Carolina with the 100th overall selection and bounced. Around Dallas, New England, the Chargers, and Philly since. With no seventh-rounder, they could snag a late-round arm or chase undrafted talent. But for now, this shores of the room heading into draft week.