SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 24: Geno Smith #7 of the Seattle Seahawks talks to Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers after Seattle's 37-27 win at Lumen Field on September 24, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. / (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the latest in The Charlotte Observer’s Carolina Panthers podcast, “Processing Blue.”

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young says he was surprised to learn from head coach Dave Canales that he had been benched and accepted blame for the team’s struggles on the field.

Bryce Young reportedly never saw his benching coming. The 2023 No. 1 pick found himself relegated to backup duties following Carolina's 0-2 start to the

Andy Dalton isn't just serving as the Panthers' starting quarterback; he's also helping Bryce Young deal with being benched.