In a shocking turn of events, Panthers legend, Jerry “The Claw” Thompson, has come out swinging in defense of young quarterback Bryce Young after his recent benching. Thompson, who led the Panthers to victory in the infamous “Milk Bowl” of ’98, believes that Young has shown his true colors and is ready to take the league by storm in the 2025 season.
In an exclusive interview with our reporters, Thompson had this to say about Young’s benching, “I’ve seen a lot of young quarterbacks come and go in this league, but Bryce Young is different. He’s got that fire in his belly, that spark that you just can’t teach. I saw it in his eyes when he was sitting on that bench, and let me tell you, it got me fired up for the 2025 season.”
When asked about Young’s performance leading up to his benching, Thompson replied, “Sure, he had a few hiccups here and there, but that’s just part of the game. You can’t expect a rookie to come in and light up the scoreboard every game. What matters is how he bounces back, and mark my words, Bryce Young is going to come back stronger than ever.”
Thompson’s unwavering support for Young has sparked a wave of excitement among Panthers fans, with many taking to social media to express their eagerness for the upcoming season. One fan tweeted, “If Jerry ‘The Claw’ Thompson believes in Bryce Young, then I believe in Bryce Young. Let’s go Panthers!”
In response to the overwhelming support from fans, Young himself released a statement saying, “I am grateful for the support of Panthers legend Jerry Thompson. His words have given me the motivation I need to come back even stronger next season. Watch out, NFL, the Panthers are coming for you in 2025!”
With the backing of a Panthers legend like Jerry “The Claw” Thompson, Bryce Young is sure to have a standout season in 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in the world of football.
