History of Bryce Young in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 20, 2025

Bryce Young is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. He gained prominence playing college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, where he set a school record for passing yards in a single game. In 2021, Young won the Heisman Trophy and several other player of the year awards. His college success led to him being drafted first overall by the Panthers in the 2023 NFL Draft.

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September 26, 2020: Collegiate Debut

On September 26, 2020, Bryce Young made his collegiate debut for Alabama against Missouri, going 5-of-8 for 54 passing yards and rushing for two yards. It was his first appearance on the field in college football.

September 4, 2021: Debut as Starting Quarterback

On September 4, 2021, Bryce Young debuted as the starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He passed for 344 yards and four touchdowns in a 44–13 win over the #14 Miami Hurricanes.

July 21, 2023: Signed Rookie Contract

On July 21, 2023, Bryce Young signed his four-year rookie contract with the Carolina Panthers. The contract was worth $37.9 million fully guaranteed.

September 10, 2023: NFL Debut

On September 10, 2023, Bryce Young made his NFL debut for the Carolina Panthers in a week 1 loss against the Atlanta Falcons. During the game, he threw his first career touchdown to Hayden Hurst but also threw two interceptions.

September 22, 2023: Ruled Out with Ankle Sprain

On September 22, 2023, Bryce Young was ruled out for week 3 due to a sprained ankle.

October 29, 2023: First NFL Win

On October 29, 2023, Bryce Young secured his first NFL win, defeating C. J. Stroud and the Houston Texans 15–13. Young threw for 235 yards and one touchdown in the game.

December 17, 2023: Game-Winning Drive Against Falcons

On December 17, 2023, Bryce Young led a 95-yard game-winning drive against the Atlanta Falcons, securing a 9–7 victory for the Panthers. He threw for 167 yards during the game. The victory ended a six-game losing streak for the Panthers.