Carolina Panthers sign familiar target for Bryce Young

Former New York Jets receiver John Metchie reportedly has a new home. The talented pass-catcher is signing a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

That will reunite the former Alabama standout with his college quarterback: Bryce Young . The two developed a nice rapport in Tuscaloosa, mainly during the 2021 season.

In the pros, John Metchie has had a little less success than in college. He’s been productive as a backup or reserve receiver, but he’s yet to really command a ton of attention as a go-to target.

Metchie has spent time with three franchises in the last three years. He initially suited up for the Houston Texans, who drafted him in the second round with the No. 44 overall pick in 2022. He spent the 2023 and 2024 seasons there before moving on to Philadelphia.

In 2025, John Metchie split his time between the Philadelphia Eagles (7 games) and the New York Jets (9 games). He is coming off a season in which he logged 33 catches for 274 yards and two scores.

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