A new era in Carolina Panthers franchise history officially begins at an appropriately named venue, New Era Field, in Buffalo when the preseason kicks off. New owner David Tepper gets to see his team play competitively for the first time against an opponent all too familiar with the ways of Carolina.
Former Panthers defensive coordinator Sean McDermott begins his sophomore campaign at the helm in Buffalo after putting the Bills back into the playoffs for the first time in 17 years last season. Utilizing many former Panthers both on the field and in management, the Bills have became known as “Carolina North” last year and the pattern continued this offseason.