Bryce Young's calmness shone through
Bryce Young came through when it mattered most. When he needed to make a big play, the signal-caller came through with the goods. It wasn't perfect, but the Carolina Panthers got what they needed against a very good Philadelphia Eagles defense.
Vic Fangio tried to throw Young off all game, but the signal-caller is rarely flustered these days. He moves from play to play, and his pre-snap ability to decipher things is a testament to his football IQ and preparation.
It was smooth. It was well-balanced, and having such a calming influence under center puts everyone else at ease.
This showed, especially late in the game when Carolina needed to close things out.
The coaches trusted Young, and he delivered. The players really believe, and the quarterback knows how to get them the football at all times. More importantly, the former Crimson Tide standout now has poise that commands respect. And even though Philadelphia's defense gave a relatively good account of itself, it was not enough.
Young truly belongs. He is in charge, and everyone knows it. This is not the same player who was benched two games into Canales' tenure, and the calm confidence in even the tightest situations is having a positive ripple effect on everybody.
Bryce Young wasn't flashy, but he got the job done
Bryce Young did just enough. Quarterbacks are held to much higher standards these days, and while this wasn't anything like the flashy outing he put together against the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football, he made very few mistakes and had some legitimate moments that prove why he's Carolina's franchise player.
Young demonstrated nerves of steel to come through late in the contest. This is nothing new, but it was essential when it looked for a short while as if the Eagles might drag themselves back into the game.
This one relied more on the run game. Young utilized Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker heavily. Tight end Tommy Tremble was a surprise the Eagles didn't see coming, and the signal-caller took full advantage with two touchdowns to the Notre Dame product.
Now, the Panthers are 3-2, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home next weekend.
Things are looking up. Young's performances are a massive reason why, and he looks well on course to earn a lucrative contract extension when the campaign concludes. It wasn't a vintage display in Week 6, but the Panthers were never in any danger.
Young will face tougher challenges ahead. But if he keeps playing like this, the Panthers should successfully defend their NFC South championship.
And who knows what they can achieve from there.
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