History of Bryce Young in Timeline
Bryce Young is an American football quarterback for the Carolina Panthers. He played college football at Alabama, where he set numerous records, including most passing yards in a single game (559), and received several accolades, including the prestigious Heisman Trophy in 2021. Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.
July 25, 2001: Birth of Bryce Young
Bryce Young was born on July 25, 2001, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
2018: Bryce Young Transfers to Mater Dei High School
Bryce Young transferred to Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California, in 2018.
September 26, 2020: Bryce Young's Collegiate Debut
On September 26, 2020, Bryce Young made his collegiate debut for the Alabama Crimson Tide against the Missouri Tigers.
September 4, 2021: Bryce Young's First Start for Alabama
Bryce Young started as quarterback for the first time for Alabama on September 4, 2021, in a game against the Miami Hurricanes.
2021: Bryce Young Leads SEC in Passing
Bryce Young led the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in passing yards and passing touchdowns in the 2021 season.
2021: Bryce Young Wins Heisman Trophy and Other Accolades
In 2021, Bryce Young had a breakout year, winning numerous awards including the Heisman Trophy, AP Player of the Year, and the Davey O'Brien Award. He became the first Alabama quarterback to win the Heisman.
2022: Bryce Young's Junior Year at Alabama
In 2022, Bryce Young led the Crimson Tide to an 11-2 record in his junior year. He finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting.
January 2, 2023: Bryce Young Enters the NFL Draft
On January 2, 2023, Bryce Young announced his decision to enter the 2023 NFL draft.
July 21, 2023: Bryce Young Signs with the Carolina Panthers
Bryce Young signed his rookie contract with the Carolina Panthers on July 21, 2023.
September 10, 2023: Bryce Young's NFL Debut
Bryce Young made his NFL debut on September 10, 2023, against the Atlanta Falcons.
September 22, 2023: Bryce Young Sidelined with Ankle Injury
Bryce Young was ruled out for Week 3 of the 2023 NFL season due to a sprained ankle.
October 29, 2023: Bryce Young's First NFL Win
On October 29, 2023, Bryce Young secured his first NFL victory against his friend and fellow rookie C.J. Stroud, who was quarterbacking for the Houston Texans.
December 17, 2023: Bryce Young Leads Panthers to Victory over Falcons
Bryce Young led the Carolina Panthers to a 9-7 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on December 17, 2023, ending a six-game losing streak for the Panthers.
2023: Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud Drafted First and Second Overall
Bryce Young and his longtime friend C.J. Stroud were selected with the first two picks in the 2023 NFL draft.
2023: Bryce Young Drafted by Carolina Panthers
Bryce Young was selected first overall by the Carolina Panthers in the 2023 NFL Draft.
2024: Bryce Young Benched by Carolina Panthers
Bryce Young was benched by the Carolina Panthers in favor of veteran Andy Dalton after a disappointing start to the 2024 season.