“High Stakes Ahead: Which NFL QB Is Poised for a Career-Defining Year According to Dan Orlovsky?”

As the countdown to the 2025 NFL season begins and football fans gear up for the draft, excitement is buzzing in the air. But amidst the chatter around the high-profile teams and their prospects, one name seems to be getting lost in the shuffle: Bryce Young. Drafted as the No. 1 overall pick in 2023, Young’s journey has been anything but smooth, prompting passionate debates among analysts and fans alike. So, what happens when potential meets pressure? According to ESPN analyst and former quarterback Dan Orlovsky, this could be a pivotal year for Young—a make-or-break season that may shape not only his future with the Carolina Panthers but possibly his entire NFL career. With expectations swirling, can Young rise to the challenge, or will he become yet another story of unfulfilled promise in the NFL? Let’s dive into why 2025 is shaping up to be the most crucial year of his young career!

The 2025 NFL season is still several months away, but with the draft rapidly approaching, fans and analysts still find plenty to talk about.

Some teams are discussed more than others due to their performance and outlook for the upcoming season, which can lead to fatigue for fans if the same teams are repeatedly in these conversations.

One team that isn’t talked about much is the Carolina Panthers, an organization that has struggled to compete for the past several seasons.

They did make a strong investment when they drafted Bryce Young with the No. 1 overall pick in 2023, and while he’s shown some flashes, he hasn’t lived up to the hype.

With that in mind, 2025 could be a make-or-break season for Young, as analyst and former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky noted in a segment on ESPN.

"This is a massive year for Bryce Young."@danorlovsky7 on how the Panthers can use the draft to help build around their QB pic.twitter.com/le3u8IjsYO

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) April 14, 2025

To Orlovsky, this is a massive season for Young, as it could determine a lot, not only for his future with the Panthers, but for the outlook on his future NFL career.

Some players can take longer to warm up to the league than others, and it’s not uncommon for players to take a year or two to adjust to the bright lights of the NFL.

Take Josh Allen, for instance, who had some accuracy issues when he came into the league, but is now viewed as a top QB.

Young could certainly bounce back soon, but if he doesn’t make it happen in 2025, the Panthers might start to lose faith and hope, going in a different direction.

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