Recognition. Is that important to the players on the Carolina Panthers?
No, it is not, as the Panthers see themselves as a team, not individuals, which is exactly the reason why the Panthers are undefeated – team play.
Now, not to say recognition is not nice for a team and players who have never really received, with a few exceptions, it surely is. It is just not the main focus of what the players on the Panthers go out for.
But, with an undefeated record, it does bring recognition. This is recognition well deserved.
What it means though is that two of the players for the Panthers, might be receiving the top two awards in the NFL.