Carolina Panthers founder and team owner Jerry Richardson has placed his team on the market, beginning to take qualifying bids for the franchise following their wild card playoff loss. Once accepted, the team will have a new owner but who or what group eventually takes over remains to be seen.
Coach Ron Rivera received a contract extension prior to the season ending in an effort to provide some solidarity among the abundance of changes surrounding the organization. After compiling a 67-51-1 overall record in seven seasons with three divisional championships and a Super Bowl appearance, it was well deserved.