The Carolina Panthers have benched Bryce Young, their No. 1 overall draft pick from 2023, after a disappointing start to the season, turning to veteran quarterback Andy Dalton to lead the team against the Las Vegas Raiders. Young has struggled significantly, posting a 2-16 record as a starter and failing to throw a touchdown this season, resulting in a passer rating of just 33.4. Dalton, who is in his 14th NFL season, expressed excitement about the opportunity to start again, having previously played for teams like the Cincinnati Bengals and Dallas Cowboys. Panthers head coach Dave Canales indicated that Dalton gives the team the best chance to win at this point. The Panthers, currently 0-2, hope Dalton can stabilize the offense after a series of quarterback struggles that have plagued the franchise since 2016. Young's performance and the team's overall record have led to frustration among fans and a re-evaluation of their quarterback strategy.