Debate surrounding the success of No. 1 overall picks in the NFL

The Carolina Panthers‘ decision to bench Bryce young after just 18 games has reignited the debate surrounding the success of No. 1 overall picks in the NFL. While the league has seen a plethora of talented quarterbacks drafted first overall, the recent trend has been one of mixed results.

Since the implementation of the rookie wage scale in 2011, 10 quarterbacks have been selected with the top pick. Despite their lofty draft status, none of these quarterbacks have been able to lead their teams to a Super Bowl victory