Panthers Bench Bryce Young for Andy Dalton

The Carolina Panthers have benched Bryce Young, last year's No. 1 overall pick, in favor of veteran Andy Dalton following a disappointing start to the season where Young failed to throw a touchdown and had three interceptions. Ryan Leaf, a former No. 2 pick, criticized the Panthers for their lack of support in developing Young, stating, 'They screwed this thing up from the get-go.' Leaf expressed that the franchise's failure to nurture Young has left him feeling unsupported and devoid of confidence. Meanwhile, NBA star LeBron James has publicly shown support for Young, encouraging him to remain positive despite the struggles. The decision to bench Young comes after the Panthers traded significant assets to draft him, raising questions about their commitment to his development. Reports indicate that Young and his camp were shocked by the decision, reflecting a difficult start to his professional career.