The Carolina Panthers stunned the Los Angeles Rams 31–28 on Sunday, earning one of their most impressive wins of the season and securing a winning 7–6 record to enter their bye week.
The victory largely belongs to Bryce Young, who became the youngest player in NFL history to record 11 game-winning drives.
Young Delivers Carolina’s Breakthrough
Coming off a short week and a rough outing in San Francisco, Young led a relentless second-half surge, throwing two fourth-down touchdowns, including a 43-yard strike to rookie Tetairoa McMillan and a 33-yard shot to Jalen Coker. While his yardage total stayed modest, Young delivered every throw when it mattered.
His composure in the rain-powered second half allowed Carolina to lean on its revived ground game and control the clock, proving again why the franchise trusts him with late-game pressure.
Defense Finally Supports Its Quarterback
Young’s heroics were matched by a defense that forced three turnovers from Matthew Stafford — including a 48-yard pick-six by Mike Jackson. Derrick Brown sealed the night with a forced fumble as the Rams threatened late. Carolina’s defense, long inconsistent, showed rare poise against one of the league’s most efficient offenses.
What’s Next
The Panthers hit their Week 14 bye riding momentum and renewed belief in their young quarterback. They return Dec. 14 to face the Saints before a pivotal divisional clash with Tampa Bay.
