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FILE - In this Sept. 25, 2016, file photo, Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera, center, walks through Minnesota Vikings players in the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. Rivera said Monday that two things became apparent to him after looking at tape of the Panthers' 22-10 loss to the Vikings. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)

Coach Rivera: Missed opportunities, penalties hurt Panthers

By Bill Kiser - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton speaks to the media during a news conference in advance of the NFC Championship game against the Arizona Cardinals in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Panthers not content being in Super Bowl, want to win it all

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) dances to music playing over loudspeakers as players stretch during practice for the NFL football team in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Panthers have battled through ‘soap opera’ season to go 15-1

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015 file photo, Carolina Panthers' Devin Funchess (17) misses a catch as Houston Texans' Kevin Johnson (30) defends during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton said he's never lost faith in his wide receivers despite the drops that have plagued the unit since the middle of the preseason. That trust has paid off as the Panthers defeated the Texans 24-17. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)

Panthers look to avoid another major funk after 2-0 start

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Charlotte firemen are shown outside a house owned by Carolina Panthers NFL football coach Ron Rivera in Charlotte, N.C., early Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Rivera's house suffered fire, water and smoke damage in an early morning blaze but no one was injured, Charlotte Fire Department spokesman said. (AP Photo/The Charlotte Observer, David Hindshaw) MAGS OUT; TV OUT; NEWSPAPER INTERNET ONLY

Panthers coach Ron Rivera, family not injured in house fire

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Salute to military has moving moments

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers' Greg Hardy smiles at fans as he arrives for an NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014. Hardy has been convicted on two counts of domestic violence and is still playing. Though he has already been found guilty, the league is sticking by its policy to wait until the appeal process has been heard before making any decision on a possible suspension. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Greg Hardy deactivated by Panthers as domestic violence scrutiny grows

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton walks out onto the field before the start of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)

Cam Newton will start Sunday vs. Lions, coach says

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) walks around the edge of the field during warmup before the NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

Cam Newton a game-time decision for Sunday’s opener, coach says

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 22, 2014, file photo, Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes against the New England Patriots in the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Foxborough, Mass. The Panthers want fourth-year quarterback Cam Newton to throw more and run less as he continues to grow as an NFL quarterback. That's because they want the two-time Pro Bowler to stay healthy. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Cam Newton says he’ll be ready for season opener vs. Bucs

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton warms up before an NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots, Friday, Aug. 22, 2014, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)

Cam Newton has hairline fracture in ribs, will miss preseason finale

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Panthers Godfrey tries to find a role after injury

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers' quarterback Cam Newton stretches with teammates during an NFL football organized team activity in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, May 28, 2014. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)

Rivera: Don’t rule out QB Cam Newton for minicamp

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers NFL football defensive end Greg Hardy leaves the Mecklenburg County jail after being released on bond in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, May 14, 2014. Hardy was arrested Tuesday and charged with assault on a female and communicating threats. (AP Photo)

Panthers trying to get past tumultuous offseason

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Panthers sign free-agent S DeCoud, TE Dickson

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Rivera on Smith: We have to move on eventually

By MARK LONG - Associated Press

Panthers sign QB Webb, CB Cason and WR Underwood

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Kansas City’s Reid honored at NFL 101 Awards

Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2013 file photo, Carolina Panthers' Graham Gano (9) kicks a field goal against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. Holding the ball is punter Brad Nortman. Gano is the first of Carolina's 20 soon-to-be unrestricted free agents to re-sign with the Panthers. Carolina announced Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, that Gano agreed to a four-year contract. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)

Panthers use tag to keep DE Hardy; re-sign K Gano

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2012 file photo, Carolina Panthers left tackle Jordan Gross (69) keeps New Orleans Saints' Will Smith (91) blocked as Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL game in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers will have to find someone new to protect Newton's blindside following the retirement of Gross. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone, File)

Panthers’ Gross retires, WR Smith’s future unclear

By STEVE REED - Associated Press