CHARLOTTE — The soundtrack of the offseason was undoubtedly the constant chirping between Bryce Young and Jaycee Horn . The two would purposely and amiably find each other across the field, picking at a play, a decision, a fashion choice; anything was up for motivational ridicule. It set a tone for practice, helping the Panthers create an identity of a team that wants to compete at every level, every play, every moment, and carry that over to game day.

But at some point, one had to wonder, how much of this was due to Horn and his notorious penchant for poking the buttons at any and every person around him, prodding his quarterback into the fun? And how much was Young finding his own voice, and more importantly, his enjoyment?

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