Bryce Young settling in as Panthers' franchise quarterback?

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young stood confidently in the pocket Sunday with the Philadelphia Eagles' blitz bearing down on him.

Rookie wide receiver Xavier Legette, lined up on the right side, eluded his defender near the 20-yard line. By the time he'd reached the 15, Young had uncorked a perfect pass that fell right into his outstretched arms around the 1-yard line.

Unfortunately, Legette, four yards clear of the nearest defender, didn't secure the ball until after it hit the turf, as he rolled into the end zone for what could have been the winning touchdown.

Forty-four seconds later, the Panthers (3-10) were left with a 22-16 loss…