
Forget the mentions of Drew Brees and Russell Wilson. The most popular comparison University of Alabama quarterback Bryce Young received throughout the draft process was to a basketball player—Steph Curry.
Now, as a Carolina Panthers quarterback, Young took the podium for his introductory press conference on Friday afternoon, just hours after being selected as this year’s No. 1 overall pick. When asked of Curry by Joe Person of The Athletic, the 21-year-old passer praised the Golden State Warriors guard/Charlotte guy/Panthers superfan.