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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers aren't heading to the postseason, but they believe they've finally found a franchise quarterback. And that's big, particularly with general manager Dan Morgan needing to focus his attention on fixing a defense that had a historically bad season. Bryce Young finished his second season in promising fashion by throwing 15 touchdown passes and rushing for six TDs in his final 10 starts. His performance marked a major turnaround after he was benched two games into the season. But the Panthers allowed an NFL-record 534 points, contributing to their 5-12 finish. Coach Dave Canales says Ejiro Evero will return as defensive coordinator.
