Bryce Young just put on a clinic, hitting Tetairoa McMillan for a 32-yard touchdown that pushed Carolina’s lead over Detroit to 13-6. This dude is absolutely dialed in, making it look easy out there.
Young’s Perfect Opening and Career Milestone
Seriously, Young started this game on an absolute tear, completing his first 11 passes straight. That’s not just good; that’s his most consecutive completions to kick off a game in his entire career! It was a throwaway that finally broke the streak, but even then, the guy was protecting the ball. This kind of accuracy early on is a huge momentum builder, showing everyone he’s here to play.
Key Plays That Blew The Game Open
The touchdown drive itself was a masterclass in converting clutch plays. Young had already picked up a crucial fourth-and-4 earlier in the series, hitting John Metchie over the middle to move the chains deep in Detroit territory. That’s big-time stuff when the game is on the line. Then, just a play later, he found McMillan for the score. The only hiccup was Ryan Fitzgerald’s extra point attempt, which smacked off the right upright, keeping the lead at seven. Still, with Young already 12-of-13 for 141 yards and a touchdown today, Carolina is looking sharp. They’re up 13-6 and showing no signs of slowing down.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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