The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Lingering questions, episode 2: Bryce Young's turnaround, the Chargers' talent, the Seahawks' defense's breakout
May 22, 2025
Bryce Young's growth as a quarterback is examined, highlighting his improved performance in the latter half of the season. The discussion reveals the Chargers' talent challenges, questioning their future potential due to offense and defense issues. In contrast, excitement builds around the Seahawks' defense, with insights on their key players and strategies for a breakout season. The conversation tackles quarterback dynamics, play-calling intricacies, and the impact of team composition on performance, offering compelling thoughts for fans and analysts alike.
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Bryce Young's Mixed Progress
- Bryce Young showed significant improvement in the second half of 2023 but still has limitations like arm strength and quick release issues.
- His aggressive downfield passing and creation outside the pocket indicate potential to be a solid NFL quarterback, though maybe not a top 10 star.
Panthers Receivers Hurt Bryce Young
- Bryce Young's receiving corps in 2023 was weak, with many drops and limited reliable targets.
- This lack of talent likely hampered his passing success and affected overall offensive performance.
Bryce's Key Physical Limitations
- Bryce struggles most with quick release and footwork in the short passing game, often making late or inaccurate throws.
- His arm strength limits ability to throw over tight coverage or crowded pockets, capping his ceiling.