It is certainly bittersweet, but I wouldn’t want to have it any other way. Tuesday, it was announced that former Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart would sign a one-day contract to retire as a member of the Panthers.
Stewart had a very successful career in Charlotte. Drafted by Carolina with the 13th overall pick in 2008, Stewart carved out a successful career that saw him achieve tremendous accomplishments, particularly in the early stages. Joining a backfield that included DeAngelo Williams at the time, the two would create a nightmare for defenses known as “Double Trouble.