Bryce Young reaches 50 career NFL starts entering Week 8

The 2023 No. 1 overall pick joked he is 'getting up there.'

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Bryce Young Live Press Conference https://t.co/XFCTccu9XF Via @Panthers on X

What happened: Speaking at his Tuesday press conference, Bryce Young, following last week's midweek availability, discussed what the milestone means as he continues to build his NFL career, per FOX Carolina News.

Why it matters: Selected in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft (as of Sept. 29, 2026), the fourth-year quarterback has logged steady starting volume since entering the league, highlighted by a 16-game campaign in 2025.

By the numbers: Per ESPN (as of Sept. 29, 2026), Young completed 304 of 478 passes for 3,011 yards with 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions in 16 games during the 2025 season, and now stands at 50 career NFL starts in 2026.

What to watch: Week 8 practice preparations continue through Friday ahead of Sunday's regular-season schedule.

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