1 by the New England Patriots in 1971, but won two Super Bowls for the Raiders years later. Of the previous 16 quarterbacks selected 1-2, only Peyton Manning won a Super Bowl for the team that drafted him. “I definitely think I can become a franchise quarterback. “The city of Houston hasn’t seen a franchise quarterback in a long time,” Stroud said. So is Anthony Richardson, who was chosen at No. Young and Stroud already have defied the odds getting here so they’re up for the challenge. History says it’s a longshot that both QBs will have successful careers. “He is a great player and person and to be going through this process together is surreal.” is like a brother to me and hearing him selected was amazing,” Young said. They shared a hug after the Carolina Panthers took Young first and rejoiced when Stroud went next to the Houston Texans. The two childhood friends from Southern California became the ninth pair of quarterbacks picked 1-2 overall since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970 and the first Black signal-callers. Young celebrated with a loud scream and a big smile. (AP) - Bryce Young was walking to an interview after being picked first in the NFL draft when he heard C.J.
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