More Smoke? Adam Schefter: CAR traded for Young, then checked other QBs. They did not bridge gap.

[Saca312]

Per Adam Schefter on NFL Live, it looks like the Panthers have made their move by trading up for Bryce Young, confirming other reports that Carolina was dead set on landing him at the beginning.

However, he adds a little interesting detail that perhaps, they in fact are sticking with Young. Per him, he notes that the Panthers were checking out other QBs to bridge the gap. Interestingly enough, he says the Panthers believe the likes of Stroud, Levis and Richardson have not shown/done enough to warrant further consideration.

Tweet here corroborates what I heard from Schefter.

Could it all be just a smokescreen? Maybe, but with more insiders jumping on the Young bandwagon and betting lines shifting dramatically in his favor, it's starting to look like there's some serious fire behind this smoke. At the end, Young may be the next #1 overall pick after Cam after all.

Edited April 11, 2023 by Saca312

[jayboogieman]

[ForJimmy]

Too much smoke!!

[LinvilleGorge]

I just want us to draft the guy the consensus within the organization seems as the best QB prospect. Ultimately, it's their jobs on the line. They're all getting fired in a couple of years if this dude busts and we're right back here again.

 

[OldhamA]

Imagine trading two first round picks, two second round picks and your WR1 for a 'football genius' trapped in a HS QB's body.

Why the hell do you even bother firing Rhule and spending all that money on a brand new coaching staff if you're just going to sabotage yourselves like this?

It HAS to be a smoke screen. I cannot believe we're going to be this dumb. 

[ForJimmy]

Just now, OldhamA said:

Imagine trading two first round picks, two second round picks and your WR1 for a 'football genius' trapped in a HS QB's body.

Why the hell do you even bother firing Rhule and spending all that money on a brand new coaching staff if you're just going to sabotage yourselves like this?

It HAS to be a smoke screen. I cannot believe we're going to be this dumb. 

We are FAR from the only organization/people that think Young is the best prospect in this class.  This isn't something outlandish or crazy, in fact in the general consensus throughout the NFL.  Young looks to be the number 1 QB prospect this year and this is coming from someone who has leaned Stroud.  

[run-run-pass-punt]

It would be quite the contrast in stature going from our last #1 pick at QB to BY. It would also be quite ironic if the little guy manages to play a mostly injury free career, while the hulking specimen we had in Cam was just destroyed. Granted, in large part, due to play style. (and also from refs not treating him like other QBs) But life is *full* of the unexpected, so if we do take BY, I'll be hoping from some of that absurd universal humor to land.

[stan786]

3 minutes ago, CamWhoaaCam said:

If you haven't accepted Bryce Young will be our QB by now then I feel sorry for you.

 

Im already making plans to get his #9 jersey.

 

Until then keep making those small jokes...

I’ve been doing the same, I just hope everyone can come together around him. So excited to finally have a QB.

[*FreeFua*]

4 minutes ago, CamWhoaaCam said:

If you haven't accepted Bryce Young will be our QB by now then I feel sorry for you.

Seriously 

Anyone who thinks it’s even close is in denial 

[jfra78]

2 minutes ago, run-run-pass-punt said:

It would be quite the contrast in stature going from our last #1 pick at QB to BY. It would also be quite ironic if the little guy manages to play a mostly injury free career, while the hulking specimen we had in Cam was just destroyed. Granted, in large part, due to play style. (and also from refs not treating him like other QBs) But life is *full* of the unexpected, so if we do take BY, I'll be hoping from some of that absurd universal humor to land.

I mean if it's true Cam couldn't get calls due to his size, then Bryce should get the Michael Jordan treatment

[CarolinaRideorDie]

At this point, I've already lost interest in the Young vs Stroud debate. I'm sure they will pick Young. I'm more interested in who we'll select at #39, I think there is some legit talent at that pick and even more of a mystery! Let the #39 debate begin! 

[Mr. Scot]

Yeah, that's speculation. Hell, it's not even new speculation and it's been shot down by more than one source already.

The decision might ultimately be Bryce Young, but multiple sources have confirmed It wasn't that way from the start.

[AggieLean]

Can’t wait until Bryce is officially announced as our QB. Last jersey I purchased was Cam’s #1. Next purchase will be BY’s.

[Ocpanthertew714]

1 hour ago, CamWhoaaCam said:

If you haven't accepted Bryce Young will be our QB by now then I feel sorry for you.

 

Im already making plans to get his #9 jersey.

 

Until then keep making those small jokes...

 

But in all seriousness, I too will purchase his jersey (Assuming they'll make it in adult sizes)