Typically when you are the first overall pick in the NFL draft you are headed to a team that just performed poorly and is expected to continue down that path for a few years. However, that couldn’t be further from the case for the Carolina Panthers.
In fact, the Houston Texans, who hold the No. 2 overall pick, could be considered a much less desirable location for a member of the 2023 quarterback class.
At this point, all signs indicate that the Panthers have zeroed in on former Alabama quarterback, Bryce Young as their top selection. Young was the No. 1 QB out of high school, a Heisman Trophy winner and has been amazing throughout his entire career. Young stopped taking visits with NFL teams this week, so he must know something we don’t yet know. He has also moved to be the massive betting favorite to go No. 1 overall.
The Panthers made big changes this offseason, including a new head coach and making moves to acquire the top selection in the 2023 NFL draft. Here are six reasons why the Panthers are a great landing spot for the former Crimson Tide QB.