Bryce Young has his first of many touchdown passes as an NFL quarterback.
In Friday’s preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions, the No. 1 overall pick found Panthers’ wide receiver Adam Thielen for a touchdown in the first quarter. Young had a clean pocket and found Thielen for the score on third down, giving Carolina a 10-0 advantage. He made several good plays, including a nice run for a first down. Frank Reich, the Panthers’ head coach, wanted to see Young record a touchdown in the preseason. His connection with Thielen gives him confidence for the regular season.
Quick math: Bryce Young + Adam Thielen = 6️⃣
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As a University of Alabama alumnus, Young became the first quarterback in school history to win the Heisman Trophy.
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He also helped the Crimson Tide to a College Football Playoff National Championship in 2020 and guided the program to a Southeastern Conference Championship in 2021. Carolina is excited for the more that will come from Young.
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