The Carolina Panthers are one of the most intriguing teams heading into next season.
After selecting Bryce Young first overall, all eyes will be on the number one pick.
It is rare for a team with a rookie quarterback to be competing for a playoff spot in year one.
But the Panthers seem like they may be in a position to do so.
Playing in the NFC South is a significant advantage for Carolina.
Colin Cowherd thinks the Panthers are going to be the best team in the division and will win nine or ten games.
.@ColinCowherd is in on the Carolina Panthers
"I think they're a 9 or 10 win team in this division… This is my big shock." pic.twitter.com/cBAxzIfiKl
— Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) May 8, 2023
It is fair to say that the Panthers can get four wins from facing the Tampa Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons.
But their stiffest competition will be the New Orleans Saints.
Carolina has a good roster in place, as they were led by a stout defense last season.
Even with terrible quarterback play in 2022, they made a late run for the division title.
Young should be able to bring some consistency to the most important position.
The Panthers also added a veteran head coach in Frank Reich.
He has experience working with rookie quarterbacks and should be able to get the best out of Young.
If the Panthers can limit the growing pains for Young, they will have a good season.
But how he develops will play a key role in if they can reach that 9 or 10-win mark.
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