Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young seems to be facing challenges both on and off the field. Entering his second season in the NFL, Young has struggled to find his rhythm, and his performance has fallen short of expectations. Through the first two games of the season, Young has completed just 55.4 percent of his passes, throwing for only 245 yards with three interceptions.
His difficulties in leading the offense have led the Panthers to make a significant decision—benching him in favor of veteran quarterback Andy Dalton for Week 3.
Panthers head coach Dave Canales explained that the decision to sit Young was based on careful film review of the team’s performance in Week 2. “This was something that, after I watched the film, I had a thought, and I started talking to the guys that we make decisions with,” Canales told reporters. “Certainly, a lot of parties are involved there. Ultimately, this comes down to me, and my No. 1 responsibility is to help the Panthers win. I believe this move gives us the best chance to do that this week.”
As if the professional setback wasn’t tough enough, Young is also dealing with personal matters that have grabbed public attention. This week, news surfaced that his ex-girlfriend, Myra Gordon, is now spending time with Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey. Gordon and Maxey were spotted together at the Falcons-Eagles game on Monday night, sparking conversation among fans and onlookers.
The news of Gordon’s budding relationship with another professional athlete has fueled speculation among fans, with many commenting on social media. One person noted, “Her roster is crazyyy — Shedeur Sanders, Bryce Young, now Tyrese Maxey.” Another fan suggested a connection between Young’s on-field struggles and his off-field situation, writing, “This is why Bryce is playing so bad.”
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Myra Gordon, who currently boasts 28,000 followers on Instagram, is an athlete in her own right. She played college basketball for Alabama before transferring to Pepperdine University, where she had her best season last year, averaging 7.9 points per game. Her growing presence on social media and her relationships with high-profile athletes have only increased the public’s fascination with her life.
Despite the swirling rumors, Bryce Young has remained silent on the matter, refraining from commenting on his ex-girlfriend’s relationship with Maxey. It’s clear that he’s focused on football, even though some fans believe his recent breakup is affecting his performance.
To be fair, Young’s struggles on the field began well before the current season. His rookie year in 2023 was marked by inconsistency, and many fans expressed doubts about his future as the Panthers’ franchise quarterback. Now, as he faces benching in his sophomore season, questions about his ability to turn things around have only intensified.
Whether or not his personal life is playing a role in his recent form, it’s undeniable that Young needs to regain his focus and confidence if he hopes to get his career back on track.
For now, the spotlight remains on him, both as a player and as a public figure, and it’s clear that he has a lot to prove in the coming weeks.
