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Christian McCaffrey Sends Panthers Gear to Rescued Hiker After Hospital Release

After being helped by running back Christian McCaffrey following an estimated 20-foot fall during a hike back in March, Dan Smoker Sr. is officially a member of the Carolina Panthers family.

The 72-year-old Smoker was recently released from the hospital, and upon discharge, the Panthers sent him a gift basket to let him know he remains in their thoughts:

Dan Smoker

When the @Panthers said they were sending a gift basket, I thought it'd be some chocolates. This certainly went above and beyond! Panthers and @run__cmc, Eli and dad can't wait to come see y'all play!