Panthers Sign 11,000-Yard QB to Backup Bryce Young
Summary
The Carolina Panthers signed Haynes King, a quarterback who had a strong college career, to be the backup for starting quarterback Bryce Young. King played six college seasons and is known for both passing and running with the ball.Key Facts
- Bryce Young had his best NFL season in 2025 with 3,011 passing yards and 23 touchdowns.
- The Panthers traded away their previous backup quarterback, Andy Dalton, to the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Kenny Pickett, a 2022 first-round pick, is also on the Panthers roster but the team wanted more competition.
- Haynes King signed a contract with the Panthers that includes $250,000 guaranteed.
- King played six seasons in college at Texas A&M and Georgia Tech.
- He passed for 9,486 yards and 65 touchdowns in college, and ran for 2,427 yards and 37 touchdowns.
- King won several awards in college, including ACC Player of the Year and ACC Offensive Player of the Year.
- The Panthers hope King will provide strong support and competition for Bryce Young as the backup quarterback.
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