The MVP chants followed Bryce Young all the way to Philadelphia on Sunday.
Young delivered another historic performance as the Carolina Panthers beat the Eagles 25-14, strengthening their early playoff outlook. The former No. 1 pick finished with 281 passing yards and two touchdowns.
Young has now thrown for 1,549 yards, 11 touchdowns and only two interceptions through five games.
Even more impressive, he joined just five other quarterbacks in NFL history with a remarkable five-game start. Each recorded at least 280 passing yards, one touchdown and no more than one interception in their first five games.
The exclusive group includes:
- Peyton Manning — 2009 and 2013
- Donovan McNabb — 2006
- Kyle Orton — 2010
- Aaron Rodgers — 2011
- Steve Young — 1998
- Bryce Young — 2026
Manning won NFL MVP both seasons he accomplished the feat. Rodgers also won MVP in 2011, while Steve Young earned All-Pro honors in 1998.
Young left Lincoln Financial Field to chants of “MVP” from Carolina fans, repeating the reaction he received after beating Detroit. This time, the chants came on the road in one of the NFL’s toughest environments.
Panthers Grind Out Another Win
Carolina did not win with offense alone.
Chuba Hubbard carried 28 times for 120 yards, giving the Panthers a steady rushing attack. Tight end Tommy Tremble caught both of Young’s touchdown passes and celebrated one with a Rocky-inspired pose.
Philadelphia played without starting quarterback Jalen Hurts and its top three running backs, including Saquon Barkley. Carolina’s defense took advantage.
The Panthers held Philadelphia to just 222 total yards and 35 rushing yards. They also sacked backup quarterback Tanner McKee three times.
Derrick Brown knocked down passes at the line, while Zakee Wheatley broke up a fourth-down deep ball to DeVonta Smith.
Penalties Nearly Cost Carolina
One glaring problem remained.
Carolina committed 13 penalties for 149 yards, including eight penalties for 105 yards in the first half. Coach Dave Canales called the total “outrageous.”
Three strong returns were also erased by penalties, including a 50-yard kickoff return by David Moore.
The Panthers still found ways to overcome the mistakes and close out another road victory.
Playoff Expectations Are Growing
Carolina’s transformation has increasingly centered around Young.
His efficiency, low interception total and growing command of the offense have put him alongside some of the NFL’s greatest quarterbacks statistically.
The Panthers still have plenty of football ahead, but their early-season results have changed the conversation.
What began as hope for improvement is quickly turning into legitimate playoff expectations — with MVP chants now following Bryce Young from Charlotte to Philadelphia.
