Panthers' Young: No Contract Talks Yet, Five-Year Option Coming

0:00It's March 24th. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. The Carolina Panthers and quarterback Bryce Young have not started contract extension talks yet. Young had a breakout 2025 season, leading the team to its first playoff spot since 2017 and the NFC South title since 2015. Earlier this week, executive vice president of football operations, Brent Tiles told reporters the team stands on Young remains the same after the season. Young posted career bests, including a 63.6 completion rate, 3,011 passing yards, 23 touchdowns and 87.8 rating. As the former number one overall pick, Young showed real progress, boosting fan hopes for the franchise's future. His performance helped in years of struggles in the division. Tiles left the door open on preseason negotiations without committing either way. The Panthers plans to activate Young's fifth year option soon, keeping him locked in through the 2027 season.

1:05For now, the focus stays on building around their young star as the offseason heats up.