Bryce Young

Carolina Panthers
Quarterback #9

Personal

Age	25
Birthdate	July 25, 2001
Height	5'10"
Weight	204 lb

Draft

College	Alabama
Year	2023
Pick	Round: 1, Overall: 1
Team	CAR

Fantasy Value

Player News

Bryce Young: Bryce Young's Passing Surge Transforms His Fantasy Outlook

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has emerged as one of the NFL's biggest early-season fantasy risers, producing at a level few expected entering 2026. The 25-year-old has thrown for at least 287 yards in all four starts, completing 101 of 162 passes for 1,268 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions. Young was particularly impressive before Carolina's Week 5 bye, completing 29 of 41 attempts for 329 yards and two touchdowns in a 32-26 victory over the Detroit Lions. His improvement becomes even more striking when compared with last season, when he averaged just 188.2 passing yards and 29.9 attempts per game. Those figures have climbed to 317 yards and 40.5 attempts through four contests in 2026, giving Young the passing volume necessary to support consistent fantasy production. His limited rushing contributions, totaling 19 yards and one touchdown, remain a concern for his weekly ceiling. However, RotoBaller ranks Young as the QB11 entering Sunday's road matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, making him a legitimate starting consideration in 12-team fantasy leagues.

Oct. 15, 2026 7:38 AM EST

Player Stats

YEAR	TM	GM	Passing								Rushing
YEAR	TM	GM	CMP	ATT	%	YDS	YPC	TD	INT	SACKS	ATT	YDS	YPC	TD	FUM
2023	CAR	16	304	509	59.7	2,783	9.2	11	10	59	37	229	6.2	0	5
2024	CAR	16	209	350	59.7	2,152	10.3	12	9	29	38	225	5.9	4	2
2025	CAR	16	280	443	63.2	2,745	9.8	21	10	27	52	217	4.2	2	4
2026	CAR	1	23	37	62.2	361	15.7	3	1	2	2	10	5.0	1	0