The Carolina Panthers announced the firing of longtime head coach Ron Rivera on Tuesday following a 29-21 defeat to the Washington Redskins on Sunday.
"I believe this is the best decision for the long-term success of our team," team owner David Tepper said. "I have a great deal of respect for Ron and the contributions he has made to this franchise and to this community. I wish him the best. I will immediately begin the search for the next head coach of the Carolina Panthers."
Secondary coach Perry Fewell will assume Rivera's duties on an interim basis until a permanent replacement is found.