Three daring predictions about the 2025 NFL season for the Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers: A Promising 2025 Season Ahead?
The Carolina Panthers are gearing up for the 2025 NFL season, and there's a sense of optimism surrounding the team. Quarterback Bryce Young is expected to take a significant step forward, with predictions suggesting he will surpass 3,000 yards passing for the first time and throw 20-plus touchdown passes with fewer than 10 interceptions.
Young, who has a career record of 6-22 in two seasons, has shown potential, and the Panthers have worked hard to protect him. This investment in their young signal-caller is evident in the team's efforts to strengthen their offensive line.
Wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan is also expected to play a pivotal role in the Panthers' offense. He showed up early in the preseason with a big play, according to NFL.com, and is predicted to have 1,000 yards receiving and multiple 100-yard games in the 2025 season. However, McMillan has a preseason injury but is not expected to miss Week 1.
The Panthers' first seven games are all considered winnable, which could set the tone for a promising start to the season. NFL.com and Ali Bhanpuri both predict the Panthers to have nine wins in their 2025 season. However, the schedule for the rest of the season is considered tougher compared to the first seven games.
Head coach Dave Canales is all-in on Young, as evidenced by his commitment to the young quarterback. However, Canales needs to answer question marks early in the 2025 season to prove he is a quality NFL head coach. If the Panthers start losing early in the season, especially with a friendly schedule, Canales could be let go during the year.
Despite these challenges, Bhanpuri predicts the Panthers to finish with eight wins in their 2025 season. This would be a significant improvement from their 2024 season and could see the Panthers competing for a playoff spot.
The Panthers' success in the 2025 season will depend on how Young and McMillan perform, as well as the team's ability to adapt to the tougher schedule in the second half of the season. With high expectations and a promising roster, the Panthers are poised for an exciting 2025 season.
