Bryce Young RUMORS & NEWS

Bryce Young

Position Quarterback
Height 6'0"
Weight 194 lbs
Birthplace Pasadena, California
Current Team Alabama
  • Matt Corral sends clear message after Panthers take Bryce Young

    Larry Brown Sports "The Carolina Panthers used a third-round pick on quarterback Matt Corral last season, but his future with the organization suddenly looks pretty dim. He knows as much, too. Corral sent an Instagram message making it fairly clear that he sees no future for himself with the Panthers..." April 29

  • Scott Fitterer, Frank Reich impressed with how quickly Bryce Young is getting down to business

    Pro Football Talk "The NFL draft can look like a big party for the players selected, but the first pick in the 2023 NFL draft has been all business. Panthers quarterback Bryce Young went to the team facility on Friday and impressed General Manager Scott Fitterer and head coach Frank Reich with..." April 29

  • Carolina Panthers Select Bryce Young No.1 Overall

    SB Nation "What has long been suspected has now been confirmed. Bryce Young is a Carolina Panther. With the first pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Panthers selected Young, the Alabama quarterback. After executing a trade last month to move to the top of the draft board,..." April 27

  • Anthony Richardson Left Panthers 'Very Intrigued' amid Bryce Young Buzz

    Bleacher Report "It would not be NFL draft day without one last massive rumor to potentially blow things up. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported the Carolina Panthers came away "very intrigued" following their predraft meeting with Anthony Richardson after he made a "strong..." April 27

  • Bryce Young believed to be No. 1 overall pick by Panthers

    The Score "Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is believed to be the Carolina Panthers' selection with the No. 1 overall pick in tonight's NFL draft, league sources told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. The Panthers' preference to draft Young never wavered since they traded up with..." April 27

  • Bryce Young signs endorsement deal with Jordan Brand

    The Athletic "Former Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is signing an endorsement deal with Jordan Brand, the Nike company announced Thursday. Here’s what you need to know: Young is the projected No. 1 pick in Thursday’s NFL Draft. The former Crimson Tide quarterback won the 2021..." April 27

  • Bryce Young: Panthers haven't said they'll draft me at No. 1

    The Score "Alabama quarterback Bryce Young said the Carolina Panthers have yet to tell him they will draft him with the top selection. "No, no, I haven't heard anything from any team," Young answered Wednesday when asked if the Panthers have told him he'll be the No. 1 pick,..." April 26

  • Panthers are on the NFL Draft clock: Still feels like Bryce Young is the No. 1 pick

    The Athletic "The four quarterbacks who’ve been on the Panthers’ radar since at least March came together Wednesday for a community service event here on the eve of the NFL Draft. I learned something about all of them, from Bryce Young’s humility to C.J...." April 26

  • Bryce Young: I focus on what I can control, I can’t grow any taller

    Pro Football Talk "Bryce Young is expected to be the first player drafted tomorrow night, but as a 5-foot-10 quarterback, he still faces questions about his height. One of those questions came when talking to reporters today, and Young said he’s focusing only on what he can control, which..." April 26

  • Is Bryce Young ready to upend decades of NFL conventional wisdom?

    ESPN "Arkansas defensive coordinator Barry Odom came out of the locker room in Tuscaloosa in November 2021 to get a peek at Bryce Young, Alabama's undersize wunderkind quarterback, in pregame warmups. Young's stirring sophomore season put him atop the Heisman Trophy race and..." April 25

  • NFL coach explains 2 other major Bryce Young flaws beyond size issues

    Sportsnaut "While much of the questions surrounding Bryce Young’s future in the NFL have centered on his smaller-than-preferred size for the position, a quarterback coach in the league that has evaluated him sees some concerning things in his arm. Following the end of the 2022 season, many..." April 24

  • Bryce Young says he will use “anticipation” to make up for lack of height

    Clutch Points "Bryce Young has spent his entire football career putting questions about size to rest. As the 2023 NFL Draft dawns, the potential No. 1 overall pick knows exactly how he’ll overcome his historically diminutive stature to thrive at the next level. Young, who..." April 23

  • Bryce Young at No. 1? The history of short NFL QBs shows little margin for error

    The Athletic "At 5-foot-7, “Little General” Eddie LeBaron went to four Pro Bowls. Doug Flutie (5-10) had a 38-28 record as an NFL starter. Russell Wilson (5-11) is a Super Bowl champion. And Sonny Jurgenson (5-11) led the NFL in passing five times on his way to the Pro..." April 21

  • What to like (and dislike) about Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, other top QBs

    The Athletic "There isn’t a classic bonafide No. 1 quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft, but there is plenty of talent and potential. Based on the reports swirling as the draft gets closer, quarterback rankings around the league seem to vary at the top more than normal. Would you rather lean..." April 20

  • Bryce Young's Alabama teammate says Panthers are 'stupid' if they don't pick the QB at No. 1

    CBS Sports "Bryce Young is the odds-on favorite to go No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. And that's how it should be, according to Young's Alabama teammate Brian Branch, another potential first-round pick. Concerns about Young's smaller stature are overblown, Branch told NFL..." April 20

  • Andy Dalton on Bryce Young: Size hasn’t mattered to him

    Pro Football Talk "When Andy Dalton signed with the Panthers this offseason, he knew that any time he had as the team’s starter at the beginning of the season was likely to be limited because they were going to draft a quarterback with the first overall pick in April. We’re a..." April 19

  • Panthers GM drops eye-opening Bryce Young truth bomb amid No. 1 overall rumors in NFL Draft

    Clutch Points "The 2023 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and rumors are swirling regarding Alabama QB Bryce Young potentially going No. 1 overall to the Carolina Panthers. However, Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer spoke to reports on Tuesday and gave an..." April 18

  • 2023 NFL draft: Flaws for QBs Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Will Levis, Anthony Richardson

    ESPN "It's always interesting watching mock drafts evolve over a long period of time. A year out from the NFL draft, we already know most of what we need to know about most of the players who will hear their names called. In his May 2022 way-too-early rankings for 2023, Mel Kiper..." April 18

  • Bryce Young gets hit with intriguing Russell Wilson comparison ahead of NFL Draft

    Clutch Points "The Carolina Panthers are rumored to be taking Alabama QB Bryce Young first overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, but GM Scott Fitterer insists the franchise hasn’t made that decision quite yet. Regardless, he’s very intrigued with Young’s skillset and..." April 18

  • Bryce Young Cancels Remaining Visits amid Panthers, No. 1 Pick Buzz

    Bleacher Report "Alabama star Bryce Young appears to be very confident he won't fall past the Houston Texans in the 2023 NFL draft. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Monday that Young has canceled his remaining team visits ahead of the draft. He has only met..." April 17

  • Adam Schefter All In on Bryce Young Going No. 1 Overall

    The Big Lead "After the Carolina Panthers traded up to the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft back in March, C.J. Stroud was immediately pegged as the most likely option. He and Bryce Young are considered the 1A and 1B of this class and the closest to finished products. Stroud..." April 13

  • Peyton Manning compares potential No. 1 pick Bryce Young to Joe Burrow

    CBS Sports "When it comes to playing quarterback in the NFL, there aren't many people out there who know more about the job than Peyton Manning.  The two-time Super Bowl winner is one of the best to ever play the game, so when he talks, it's definitely worth..." April 11

  • Bryce Young to visit with Texans this week

    SI "The Houston Texans find themselves in a prime position in the upcoming draft to further expedite the rebuild with a pair of first-round picks, with the first of those two picks being at No. 2. And when the Texans are on the clock, all signs point to them selecting their next franchise..." April 11

  • C.J. Stroud feels like the safe choice for Panthers. Is Bryce Young the right one?

    The Athletic "The Panthers have been on the clock since March 10, when a number of NFL insiders figured they knew which quarterback Carolina was targeting after trading up for the first pick. It was the guy who’d gone up and down the field against Georgia in the College..." April 10

  • Bryce Young set to visit Panthers Tuesday

    NFL.com "The Carolina Panthers continue to use every avenue to evaluate the quarterbacks ahead of selecting the No. 1 overall pick. On Tuesday, the club will bring in Alabama QB Bryce Young for a Top 30 visit, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per a source informed of..." April 10

  • Bryce Young to visit with Raiders on Thursday

    Pro Football Talk "Bryce Young is unlikely to fall to No. 7 overall in the first round of the draft later this month. But he’s still taking a visit to the team with that selection. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Young is taking a top-30 visit with the Raiders on Thursday. " April 05

  • Bryce Young Reportedly Had Highest S2 Cognition Test Score of 2023 QB Draft Class

    Bleacher Report "Alabama star Bryce Young reportedly had the highest S2 cognition score among all quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL draft class. Appearing on the Around the NFL podcast, NFL.com draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah revealed Young had the best score on the mental-processing..." April 05

  • Some Influential Panthers Voices Favor Bryce Young Over C.J. Stroud

    USA Today "Bryce Young has some fans over at 800 South Mint Street. In the latest edition of his “Football Morning in America” column, NBC Sports’ Peter King runs down the buzz he’s currently hearing about the top four teams in the 2023 NFL draft order. For the..." April 03

  • Colts make Bryce Young, CJ Stroud move before Draft

    Clutch Points "The Indianapolis Colts are doing their due diligence on quarterbacks Bryce Young, CJ Stroud and the other top NFL Draft prospects in their own way. The Colts are working out both Young and Stroud in Southern California where the two NFL Draft..." April 03

  • This QB draft class has lots to offer beyond Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud

    The Score "Kentucky quarterback Will Levis has cemented himself as a top-tier prospect. NFL decision-makers I've spoken with are in awe of his arm talent and seem to love his swag as well. Levis showed the whole package during a successful pro day last week, casually rocket-launching a..." March 31

  • Height not top concern for Panthers in Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud draft debate

    ESPN "Coach Frank Reich made it through about 30 minutes of questioning at the NFL owners meetings in Phoenix on Tuesday without tipping which quarterback the Carolina Panthers will select with the top pick of the draft. But he offered nuggets inside the evaluation process that..." March 28

  • Is Bryce Young big enough for the Panthers to draft No. 1?

    The Athletic "Last year, it was Kenny Pickett’s hand size. This year, it’s Bryce Young’s height. Young, the 2021 Heisman Trophy winner, chose not to get measured Thursday at Alabama’s pro day. But that didn’t stop people from talking about the..." March 24

  • Scott Fitterer: Bryce Young is at a different level in how he sees the game

    The Spun "Before the Panthers watched Bryce Young participate in several drills at his pro day, they sat down with him for dinner.  Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer didn't shy away from sharing his true thoughts about Young. It's safe to say he was thoroughly impressed by..." March 24

  • Bryce Young declines to weigh in at Pro Day workout

    Pro Football Talk "As he prepares to enter the NFL, former Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young has a pair of significant red flags. One is undeniably flapping in the breeze. The other is a little more fuzzy. His height was measured at the Scouting Combine as five feet, 10-/18 inches. That’s what..." March 23

  • Raiders met with Bryce Young on Wednesday night

    The Spun "The Las Vegas Raiders reportedly met with quarterback Bryce Young on Wednesday night before this afternoon's Alabama pro day, per NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo. The Raiders already signed veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo earlier this offseason, but are clearly exploring..." March 23

  • Panthers HC Frank Reich On If QB Bryce Young’s Height Will Stop Him From Being #1 Pick

    ESPN "Carolina Panthers coach Frank Reich hasn't ruled out any of the four quarterbacks targeted for the top pick of the draft, including Alabama's Bryce Young, whose biggest drawback is that he is only 5-foot-10. On Monday, the first time he's spoken publicly since..." March 22

  • How NFL Scheme Fits Can Erase Doubts for Bryce Young, Undersized 2023 Draft Prospects

    Bleacher Report "This 2023 NFL draft class is unique in that it includes several undersized top prospects. While every year features outliers who don't fit the height and weight expectations for their positions, what makes this year's class different is that several of those players are toward the top..." March 14

  • Panthers Undecided on C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young at No. 1 After Bears Trade

    Bleacher Report "The Carolina Panthers are reportedly undecided on what quarterback to take after trading with the Chicago Bears to acquire the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is favored by Panthers owner David Tepper,..." March 10

  • C.J. Stroud Tops Bryce Young as Favorite to Go No. 1 After Panthers Trade

    Bleacher Report "The Chicago Bears reportedly traded the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft to the Carolina Panthers on Friday in exchange for four draft picks and wide receiver DJ Moore. Carolina is one of the most quarterback-needy teams in the NFL after enduring two disappointing..." March 10

  • Nick Saban defends Bryce Young from pre-draft height criticism

    Sportsnaut "Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban knows full well what NFL Draft prospects go through after making their intentions to turn pro known. After all, Alabama has been an NFL factory under the legendary Crimson Tide head coach. Bryce Young is the latest example of a former..." March 08

  • Colts: Why Bryce Young is perfect fit for roster in NFL Draft

    Clutch Points "With the NFL Combine in the rearview mirror, the 2023 NFL Draft is the next big thing in the league. Franchises will try to find the missing pieces of their puzzles with the hopes of turning things around. Rebuilding organizations such as the Indianapolis Colts are..." March 08

  • Todd McShay: Bryce Young Is a Smaller Patrick Mahomes

    The Big Lead "Bryce Young was a fantastic collegiate quarterback. He's also on the smallish side, even after bulking up for his NFL Combine weigh-in. Combine these two elements and you have the most intriguing story of the NFL Draft, especially because the Chicago Bears have the first pick, a..." March 07

  • NFL general manager says Bryce Young ‘doesn’t have any premier traits’

    Sportsnaut "Now that the NFL Combine has wrapped up, draft boards are taking shape, yet there’s still a sense that Alabama’s Bryce Young is likely to be the No. 1 overall pick. While others, like Ohio State’s CJ Stroud and Florida’s Anthony..." March 06

  • Bryce Young gets real on size concerns ahead of NFL Draft

    Clutch Points "Unless something goes horribly wrong, Bryce Young is expected to be the first overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, and for good reason. The star Alabama QB turned heads throughout his college career with his excellent play. Despite his body of work, there is one major..." March 03

  • Bryce Young reveals how Alabama football connection to Mac Jones helped him

    Clutch Points "Even though they haven’t played together in a couple of years, Bryce Young is still learning from fellow Alabama Football legend Mac Jones. Young, who is widely considered to be the top quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft, shared Friday at..." March 03

  • Quarterbacks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson are set to make NFL draft history

    Andscape "For only the second time in the history of the NFL draft, three African American quarterbacks are expected to be selected in the first round: Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson. What’s more, there’s pre-draft buzz that Young, Stroud and Richardson will all be..." March 01

  • Top NFL Draft expert on Bryce Young: ‘If I’m a GM, I’m scared to death of drafting him’

    Sportsnaut "Bryce Young is seen by many as one of the most talented players entering the 2023 NFL Draft, however, as the event gets closer the questions about his ability to stay healthy at the professional level continue to intensify. Compared to last year, the 2023 NFL Draft class for..." February 28

  • Yes, Bryce Young's Height Is a Concern

    The Big Lead "Alabama quarterback Bryce Young currently tops a ton of 2023 NFL mock drafts, thanks largely to the fact that he dominated college football the past two seasons. But there are red flags with the 2021 Heisman Trophy winner, most notably his size. Todd McShay raised concerns..." February 28

  • QBs C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson to throw at 2023 NFL Scouting Combine; Bryce Young waiting for pro day

    NFL.com "What each top quarterback prospect will be doing at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine became clearer on Monday morning. Ohio State's C.J. Stroud and Florida's Anthony Richardson will throw at the combine while Bryce Young will wait to throw for his..." February 27

  • Analyzing Bryce Young's historically slight frame and whether teams should be concerned

    CBS Sports "In theory, when a quarterback is getting No. 1 overall hype, teams want all the boxes to be checked. Alabama quarterback Bryce Young won't be able to check all the boxes.  The 21-year-old is incredibly poised beyond his years. He throws with NFL-veteran-level..." February 21

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