The Carolina Panthers have made the decision to bench quarterback Bryce Young in favor of Andy Dalton after a dismal start to the season, where Young has failed to throw a touchdown and the team has been outscored 73-13 in the first two games. This marks a significant moment in NFL history as Young becomes the first No. 1 overall pick to be benched for non-injury reasons. The Panthers hope that Dalton's experience can stabilize the offense and provide a better chance of winning, while Young will have the opportunity to reset and learn from the sidelines.
- Bryce Young's performance led to his benching after just two games.
- Andy Dalton is expected to bring stability to the Panthers' struggling offense.
- The Panthers have historically poor offensive metrics this season.
Bryce Young | QB
Injury
Trade
Week 2
1 carries
1 rush yards
0001 fumbles
0- Young has a Total QBR of 8.9, one of the worst starts in NFL history.
- He has not thrown a touchdown pass and has made several poor decisions.
- His benching is seen as a chance for him to reset and learn.
Andy Dalton | QB
Pickup
Week 3
- Dalton brings experience and a calm demeanor to the quarterback position.
- He has started 30 games for four different teams since losing his starting job.
- While not a game-changing player, he is expected to limit mistakes and provide stability.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers have the worst offensive efficiency rating in NFL history through the first two weeks.
- They are last in both pass and rush DVOA, indicating severe struggles on both fronts.
- With Dalton starting, the team hopes to improve its chances of winning, but the overall roster remains talent-deficient.
Las Vegas Raiders
- The Raiders will face a Panthers team that is struggling significantly, providing an opportunity for a potential win.
- With the Panthers' offensive woes, the Raiders' defense may have a favorable matchup.