How illustrious was Bryce Young's college career?

Bryce Young has had one of the most incredible college careers in recent times with the Alabama Crimson Tide. The quarterback recorded huge success with the football program and was a recipient of several awards during his three seasons.

Young is largely expected to be a top two-pick in the NFL draft later this month. He largely established himself as one of the top quarterback prospects in college football in the last two seasons. Because of this, he caught the attention of several NFL scouts.

Bryce Young's college career and statistics

Playoff Semifinal at the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic - Cincinnati v Alabama

Bryce Young served as a backup to current New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones in his freshman year at Alabama. He made seven substitute appearances in the 2020 college football regular season, throwing for 156 yards in 22 attempts and one touchdown.

During Young's sophomore year, he became the team's starting quarterback. This was the season he introduced himself as one of the next biggest stars in football. He threw for an astonishing 4,872 yards and 47 touchdowns in 15 games.

Young's junior year was his final season with the Crimson Tide. His impressive display continued at the heart of the team's offense. He recorded 3,328 passing yards and 32 touchdowns in 12 games. He also rushed for 185 yards and four touchdowns that season.

His successful college football career ended with a 23-4 record in his two seasons as a starter. Young threw for a total of 8,356 yards and 80 touchdowns for the Alabama Crimson Tide. This presented him as a big prospect for the NFL and saw him forgo his senior season.

Young's college football records and awards

87th Heisman Trophy Media Availability

Bryce Young was honored with numerous accolades for his consistently impressive performances during his college career. The quarterback also appeared in a couple of Bowl Games and ended up winning a good number of them.

After a breathtaking 2021 season, Young was honored with several awards, including the Heisman Trophy. He also won the Maxwell Award, Manning Award, Davey O'Brien Award, AP College Football Player of the Year, SEC Offensive Player of the Year, and a host of others.

Young holds the Alabama record for the most passing yards (4,872) and the most passing touchdowns (47) in a single season. He also holds the record for the most passing yards in a single game (559), and also the most games with five touchdowns for the college program.

Bryce Young's career as a college football player is no doubt a largely illustrious one. Despite the many concerns have arisen as of late, the quarterback is primed for a successful career in the NFL irrespective of the team he ends up with during the draft.