Bryce Young leads Panthers to 34-3 victory over depleted Falcons
Bryce Young threw three touchdowns as the Panthers routed the short-handed Falcons 34-3.
In Sunday’s matchup, Bryce Young delivered a 287-yard passing performance, connecting on three touchdowns, including a pair to Darren Waller. He finished 23 of 36 and improved his record against Atlanta to 5-1. The Panthers’ defense added a score when Devin Lloyd intercepted a pass and ran it back for a touchdown.
Atlanta’s backup quarterback Cooper Rush struggled, throwing two interceptions and losing a fumble before being replaced by rookie Jack Strand, who also threw an interception that Lloyd returned. The Falcons, missing their usual starters, scored only a 41-yard field goal by Nick Folk, while the Panthers’ defense limited them to 286 total yards.
Why it matters
The win extends the Panthers' dominance in the NFC South rivalry and highlights their offensive firepower.
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