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{{Infobox NFL team | {{Infobox NFL team | ||
| name = Carolina Panthers | | name = Carolina Panthers | ||
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| first_season = 1995 | | first_season = 1995 | ||
| city = [[Charlotte, North Carolina]] | | city = [[Charlotte, North Carolina]] | ||
| colors = Black, Panther blue, Silver | | colors = Black, Panther blue, Silver | ||
| coach = [[Frank Reich]] | | coach = [[Frank Reich]] | ||
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| mascot = [[Sir Purr]] | | mascot = [[Sir Purr]] | ||
| nicknames = The Cardiac Cats | | nicknames = The Cardiac Cats | ||
| no_conf_champs = 2 | | no_conf_champs = 2 | ||
| no_div_champs = 6 | | no_div_champs = 6 | ||
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The Carolina Panthers are a professional American football team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the league's National Football Conference (NFC) South division. The team was established in 1993 and began play in 1995 under the ownership of Jerry Richardson. The Panthers play their home games at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, which also serves as the team's headquarters.
History[edit]
The Carolina Panthers were awarded the NFL's 29th franchise in 1993, and they began play in the 1995 NFL season. The team was founded by Jerry Richardson, a former NFL player and businessman. The Panthers quickly found success, reaching the NFC Championship Game in just their second season in 1996.
Team Identity[edit]
The team's colors are black, Panther blue, and silver. The Panthers' mascot is Sir Purr, and their cheerleading squad is known as the TopCats. The team's fight song is "Sweet Caroline," which is played after every home victory.
Stadium[edit]
The Panthers play their home games at Bank of America Stadium, which is located in uptown Charlotte. The stadium has a seating capacity of over 74,000 and features state-of-the-art facilities.
Rivalries[edit]
The Panthers have developed rivalries with several teams, most notably the Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. These rivalries are intensified by the fact that all four teams are members of the NFC South division.
Notable Players[edit]
Some of the most notable players in Panthers history include:
- Cam Newton - Quarterback
- Steve Smith Sr. - Wide Receiver
- Luke Kuechly - Linebacker
- Julius Peppers - Defensive End
Coaching Staff[edit]
The current head coach of the Panthers is Frank Reich, who was hired in 2023. The team has had several head coaches over its history, including John Fox, Ron Rivera, and Matt Rhule.
Achievements[edit]
The Panthers have won six division titles and have made eight playoff appearances. They have reached the Super Bowl twice, in Super Bowl XXXVIII and Super Bowl 50, but have yet to win a championship.
Related Pages[edit]
- National Football League
- NFC South
- Bank of America Stadium
- Cam Newton
- Steve Smith Sr.
- Luke Kuechly
- Julius Peppers
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