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Vol. XX • No. 6
5 Game Day Entertainment
37 Q&A with Bené Benwikere
10 Quick Hits: Brenton Bersin
42 The TopCats
13 2014 Panthers Headshots
47 Coach of the Week Spotlight
16 2014 Panthers Coaches
53 Mick’s Bag
19
League Leaders
57 Ticket Information / Team Store
23
Panthers Privileges
60 Bank of America Stadium Diagram
24 2014 Seahawks Headshots
26
62 Stadium Policies / Information
2014 Panthers Statistics
27 2014 Seahawks Statistics
29
Keep Pounding
30
In the NFL: 2015 NFL Draft
32
Team Rosters
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National Anthem
Halftime
Jena Irene
ALL THAT! Clogging Group
Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Nationally renowned all male clogging group, ALL THAT!
consists of nine of the BEST male cloggers/percussive
dancers in the world and have been together for more
than 15 years! With international travels, the group has
performed in Austria, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Canada,
Hong Kong, and Japan, participating in some of the
world’s most popular festivals. ALL THAT! has had the
unique opportunity of performing/competing on several
Television programs including ABC FAMILY’S DANCE FEVER, CBS’S STAR SEARCH, and most recently NBC’s hit
summer show AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, making an unprecedented run all the way into the semifinals for a second time, 2006 and 2012!! The guys also had the distinct
honor of being given a televised slot in the 87th annual
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2013! Following the
completion of Dance Fever in 2003, the guys landed a gig
in two shows on the strip in Las Vegas, performing nightly
in high demand in “Ovation” at The Aladdin and “V the
Ultimate Variety Show” at the Venetian for more than a
year! In 2003 and 2012, ALL THAT! was awarded the highest honor in clogging, the Pioneer Award, for their continuous support in promoting clogging and ushering it into
mainstream media. Currently the guys are being featured
in three shows in Myrtle Beach, S.C., “THE CAROLINA
OPRY”, “GOOD VIBRATIONS!”, and just opened their very
own production, “THUNDER AND LIGHT,” selling to crowds
of more than 2,000 per night. ALL THAT! continues to be
the highlight of each show, never failing to bring patrons
to their feet!
Invocation
Lonnie Pittman
Lonnie Pittman is a United Methodist pastor at Faith Church in Indian Trail, N.C. Married to Susannah Baskervill Pittman, and father
of three-year-old Preston, Lonnie
and his family live in Monroe, N.C.
Jena Irene, who is from the Detroit suburb of Farmington
Hills, Mich., was the runner-up of the 13th season of
American Idol. Irene became the first female Wild Card
contestant of the series to qualify into the finale, and became the second Wild Card contestant, after Clay Aiken
in the second season, to make it to the finale. Before this
season’s American Idol, she participated in North Farmington’s annual “Coffee House” talent show, and from
ages 12-16 was a member of a band called Infinity Hour.
During the group round on American Idol, she sang “Too
Close” by Alex Clare, alongside Sikenya Thomson, Allie
Odom, and Mufarid Zaidi. She made it into the third part
of Hollywood week by singing an original song called “Unbreakable Me,” which has since been released on iTunes.
Irene performed the song again during her hometown visit
after making it to the top 3. She was announced as the
runner-up on May 21, 2014, at the end of Season 13. Irene
joined the other Top 10 Idols for the American Idol Summer Tour throughout the U.S. this past summer. Jena is
currently working in the studio on her upcoming album,
with a new single coming out soon.
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GAME DAY ENTERTAINMENT (continued)
Pregame
Keep Pounding
Drum Ceremony
Terry McDermott
Brought to American shores when ‘Driveblind,’ his first
band, were signed to Geffen, and whisked out of their native Scotland, to live in Los Angeles, singer-songwriter Terry
McDermott from the city of Aberdeen, didn’t foresee the
changes that lay in wait. Despite receiving great critical
acclaim for their 2006 debut release and touring extensively in the United States including a performance on fellow
Scot Craig Ferguson’s Late Late Show, the band reached its
end as record company relations soured and families were
started. The offer of starting a new Seattle based band with
friend Peter Klett of American multi-platinum selling band
Candlbox provided the catalyst McDermott had been waiting for. The pair released the album “Half Light Morning”
in 2011. At home in New Orleans, McDermott had teamed
up with longtime friend and Afghan Whigs/Twilight Singers
guitar player David Rosser to form duo Northsouth, but the
most surprising twist of all however, lay just around the
corner in the form of NBC’s hit shot ‘The Voice’. He would
eventually finish second overall, having made the Itunes
Rock Chart Top 10 numerous times while on the show, singing to an audience of nearly 15 million people on the season
finale. The real achievement would be in early 2013 after
severing ties with the show and returning to being an independent musician. Working with Australian friend and former touring partner Todd Burman, the pair wrote an Itunes
Rock Chart number one. Solo single “Pictures” was written,
recorded, mastered and on top of the rock chart pile in less
than a week, parlaying the attention of American television
audiences into a hit with a song of true quality. McDermott
would continue to work with Burman on follow up singles
“In Your Eyes” and “Lose This Feeling”, both breaking top
20 on different ITunes Charts. The Scotsman has played sell
out shows in his home country, performed live in Ho Chi
Minh City and has taken his band “Terry McDermott & The
Bonfires” to places as varied as New York City, Belize City
and London. With the release of new single “Hi Steppin,”
the road ahead is an exciting prospect. In a further twist,
Lotus Crush have reformed to record for Cavigold Records
of Seattle, with “Pictures” producer Burman at the helm
and Grammy Award winner Mark Needham enlisted to
mix the album. The as yet untitled second record will be
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Mark Carrier
Keep Pounding has become a Carolina Panthers mantra in honor of late Panthers player and coach Sam
Mills. Mills first used the phrase “Keep Pounding” as
a coach, in an emotional speech to the team prior to
the Jan. 2, 2004 Panthers vs. Cowboys playoff victory.
Mills spoke about commitment, dedication to teammates, team effort and never giving up…he asked
players to “Keep Pounding.” Immediately following the
coin toss, please turn your attention to the 20-yard line
at the Southeast end of the stadium. In honor of Oct.
26, the team’s Founders Day Anniversary, today’s Keep
Pounding Drummer is former Panthers wide receiver
Mark Carrier, who now serves as the team’s Director
of Player Engagement. Carrier played 12 NFL seasons,
including four with the Panthers (1995-98). He scored
the first touchdown in Bank of America Stadium history (versus Atlanta; Sept. 1, 1996) and is fifth in team
history in receptions (176), receiving yards (2,547)
and is tied for fifth in receiving touchdowns (13).
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Cam Newton
Quarterback
13
Kelvin Benjamin
Wide Receiver
23
Melvin White
Cornerback
31
James Dockery
Cornerback
42
Colin Jones
Safety
8
Derek Anderson
Quarterback
14
Joe Webb
Quarterback
24
Josh Norman
Cornerback
33
Tre Boston
Safety
43
Fozzy Whittaker
Running Back
9
Brad Nortman
Punter
16
Philly Brown
Wide Receiver
25
Bené Benwikere
Safety
34
DeAngelo Williams
Running Back
44
J.J. Jansen
Long Snapper
56
A.J. Klein
Linebacker
11
Graham Gano
Kicker
20
Antoine Cason
Cornerback
26
Chris Ogbonnaya
Running Back
36
Darrin Reaves
Running Back
53
Ben Jacobs
Linebacker
57
Adarius Glanton
Linebacker
Brenton Bersin
Wide Receiver
21
Thomas DeCoud
Safety
28
Jonathan Stewart
Running Back
41
Roman Harper
Safety
54
Jason Williams
Linebacker
58
Thomas Davis
Linebacker
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Luke Kuechly
Linebacker
68
Andrew Norwell
Guard
79
Chris Scott
Guard
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Greg Olsen
Tight End
95
Charles Johnson
Defensive End
14
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David Foucault
Tackle
70
Trai Turner
Guard
81
Jason Avant
Wide Receiver
91
Colin Cole
Defensive Tackle
96
Wes Horton
Defensive End
64
Brian Folkerts
Center
75
Fernando Velasco
Guard
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Jerricho Cotchery
Wide Receiver
92
Dwan Edwards
Defensive Tackle
97
Mario Addison
Defensive End
66
Amini Silatolu
Guard
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Byron Bell
Tackle
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Ed Dickson
Tight End
93
Chase Blackburn
Linebacker
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Star Lotulelei
Defensive Tackle
67
Ryan Kalil
Center
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Nate Chandler
Tackle
86
Brandon Williams
Tight End
94
Kony Ealy
Defensive End
99
Kawann Short
Defensive Tackle
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RON
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HEAD COACH
Ron Rivera was named the fourth coach in Carolina Panthers history on January 11, 2011. In 2013, his third year with the
Panthers, Rivera led Carolina to 12 wins, the NFC South division title and its first playoff appearance since 2008. After
starting the season with a 1-3 record, the Panthers won 11 of their final 12 regular season games – including a franchise
record eight-game winning streak – to secure the No. 2 seed in the NFC and a first-round bye. In recognition of that success,
Rivera was named NFL Coach of the Year by the Associated Press. Carolina’s record has improved every season under Rivera. Before joining the Panthers, Rivera served two stints as a defensive coordinator, first with the Chicago Bears from 200406 and then with the San Diego Chargers from midway through the 2008 season until the end of 2010. Rivera also coached
as an assistant with the Chargers, the Bears, and the Philadelphia Eagles. A second-round draft choice of Chicago in 1984,
Rivera played nine seasons as a linebacker with the Bears and was a member of the Super Bowl XX championship team.
Sean McDermott
Richard Rodgers
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Jason Benguche
Ray Brown
Defensive Coordinator
Special Teams Coordinator
Offensive Coordinator
Assistant Strength
and Conditioning
Assistant Offensive Line
Curtis Fuller
Pete Hoener
Al Holcomb
Tight Ends
Linebackers
Bruce DeHaven
Ken Dorsey
Assistant Special Teams
Quarterbacks
Joe Kenn
John Matsko
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Defensive Assistant /
Defensive Backs
Sam Mills III
Assistant Defensive Line
Jim Skipper
Eric Washington
Steve Wilks
Running Backs
Defensive Line
Secondary/Pass Defense
Coordinator
Ricky Proehl
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Wide Receivers
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2014
Regular Season Statistics as of 10/20/14
RUSHING YARDS
Murray, Dal.
Foster, Hou. Bell, Pit.
Forsett, Bal.
Forte, Chi.
Morris, Was.
Ivory, NY-J
Att
187
126
117
87
111
115
88
Yds
913
615
599
503
448
440
432
Avg Long TD
4.9 44
7
4.9 40
5
5.1 81
1
5.8 52
3
4.0 19
3
3.8 23
3
4.9 71t
3
RECEIVING YDS
Yds Rec Avg Long TD
A. Brown, Pit.
719
50 14.4 41
5
Nelson, G.B.
712
47 15.1 80t 6
Hilton, Ind.
711
47 15.1 49
1
J. Jones, Atl.
676
49 13.8 40t 3
D. Thomas, Den.
662
39 17.0 86t 6
Tate, Det.
649
48 13.5 73t 2
S. Smith, Bal.
640
38 16.8 80t 4
PUNT RETURNS
Ret Yds Avg Long TD
A. Jones, Cin.
8 132 16.5 47
0
Sproles, Phi.
18 280 15.6 82t 1
Ginn, Ariz.
10 135 13.5 71t 1
Hester, Atl.
11 131 11.9 62t 1
Hammond, K.C.
13 152 11.7 47
0
Ross, Det.
15 172 11.5 28
0
Brown, Car.
12 137 11.4 79t 1
KICKOFF RETURNS Ret Yds Avg Long TD
Cunningham, St. L
9 284 31.6 75
0
Landry, Mia.
15 468 31.2 74
0
Spiller, Buf. 10 306 30.6 102t 1
J. Jones, Bal.
10 297 29.7 58
0
Todman, Jac.
17 453 26.6 40
0
Harris, Dal.
11 285 25.9 30
0
Ellington, S.F.
10 258 25.8 33
0
INTERCEPTIONS
Int YdsLong TD
Gipson, Cle.
4 111 62t 1
McKelvin, Buf.
4
10 2.5 0
H. Smith, Min.
3
87 81t 1
Rolle, NY-G
3
71 39 0
Jenkins, Phi.
3
67 53t 1
Amukamara, NY-G
3
66 38 0
5 others with 3 interceptions.
SACKSNo
V. Miller, Den. (LB)
8.0
Dareus, Buf. (DT)
7.0
Dumervil, Bal. (LB)
7.0
Griffen, Min. (DE)
7.0
Houston, K.C. (LB)
7.0
Ware, Den. (DE)
7.0
Young, Chi. (DE)
7.0
KICKING
Gostkowski, N.E.
Vinatieri, Ind.
Tucker, Bal.
Bailey, Dal.
Novak, S.D.
Suisham, Pit.
Parkey, Phi.
PUNTING
Way, Was.
Nortman, Car.
Lechler, Hou. Martin, Det.
Quigley, NY-J
Lee, S.F.
McAfee, Ind.
PAT
19
24
20
22
20
16
21
ATT
19
24
20
22
20
16
21
FG FGA PTS
18 19 73
14 14 66
15 18 65
14 15 64
14 14 62
14 15 58
12 13 57
No Yds Lg Avg I20 Net
32 1608 77 50.3 8 41.9
33 1611 67 48.8 9 39.4
32 1540 71 48.1 9 37.8
3416366448.11541.9
3717656447.71244.4
2612407147.71139.0
2712856147.61344.8
PASSING Team Att Cmp Cmp%Yards Yd/Att TD TD%LongInt Int% Rate
ManningDen.21714968.718488.52198.886t 31.4118.2
A. Rodgers
G.B.21114166.816747.93188.580t 10.5117.3
Rivers S.D.23015567.419618.53177.450 31.3113.0
Romo Dal.21414869.217898.36146.568t 62.8104.7
Wilson Sea.17511565.712917.38105.753 21.1101.9
C. PalmerAriz1127466.18077.2165.463 10.9
101.3
Luck
Ind.30219965.923317.72196.349 72.3100.5
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EAST DIVISION
WLT
New England 520
Buffalo
430
Miami
330
New York Jets
1 6 0
NORTH DIVISION
WLT
Baltimore
520
Cincinnati
321
Pittsburgh
430
Cleveland
330
EAST DIVISION
WLT
Dallas
610
Philadelphia 510
New York Giants 3 4 0
Washington 250
NORTH DIVISION
WLT
Detroit
520
Green Bay
520
Chicago
340
Minnesota 250
SOUTH DIVISION
WLT
Indianapolis 520
Houston
340
Tennessee
250
Jacksonville 160
WEST DIVISION
WLT
Denver
510
San Diego
520
Kansas City 330
Oakland
060
SOUTH DIVISION
WLT
Carolina 331
New Orleans 240
Atlanta
250
Tampa Bay
150
WEST DIVISION
WLT
Arizona
510
San Francisco 430
Seattle
330
St. Louis
240
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As part of an ongoing effort to reward our most loyal fans,
the Carolina Panthers are pleased to offer the Panthers
Privileges program for the fifth consecutive season. It
is the organization’s goal to provide an exceptional fan
experience for each and every fan attending a Panthers
game. During the 2014 season and throughout the year,
fans will notice numerous interactive elements as part of
this initiative. Game day events include:
Luxury Suite Owner of the Day: Includes the opportunity
for one Luxury Suite Member to participate in the tunnel
run as the Panthers take the field. The selected Member
also receives a visit from the TopCats and Panthers Team
President Danny Morrison during the game.
Club Seat Owner of the Day: Randomly selected Silver
Club Seat Owners receive special parking, pregame hospitality, pregame field passes and a special Panthers
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PSL Owner of the Day: Randomly selected PSL Owners
receive special parking, pregame hospitality pregame
field passes and a special Panthers Prize Pack.
Honorary Team Captain: One lucky child of a PSL Owner
is randomly selected to join the head referee and Panthers team captains on the field as an honorary member
for the pre-game coin toss.
Panthers Privileges Giveaways: During the first and
second quarters members of the Panthers Privileges
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Privileges Prize and giveaway and authentic autographed
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Panthers Privileges Fan Packs: Throughout the second
half of home games the Panthers Privileges Service Team
will randomly hand out fan pack prizes to devoted Panther fans.
In addition to game day, the Panthers Privileges program
has numerous giveaways throughout the year including,
Pack Your Bags Ultimate Trips to a Panthers away game,
the NFL Draft, the Pro Bowl and the Super Bowl. The
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TODAY’S PANTHERS PRIVILEGES RECIPIENTS
PSL Owners of the Game:
Karl Eklund
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Club Seat Owners of the Game:
Jane Chrisco-Leonard
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Sponsor Tunnel Representatives:
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PETE
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HEAD COACH
Pete Carroll was named as Seattle’s eighth head coach on January 11, 2010. Last season, Carroll led the Seattle Seahawks to their
first Super Bowl win in franchise history after defeating the Denver Broncos 43-8 in Super Bowl XLVIII. Carroll began his NFL career as
defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills (1984) and Minnesota Vikings (1985-89), before becoming the New York Jets defensive
coordinator (1990-93) and head coach (1994). Carroll spent two years as the San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator (1995-96)
before leading the New England Patriots to a 27-21 record and two playoff appearances as head coach (1997-99). Carroll returned
to the NFL after spending nine years (2001-09) as head coach at USC, where he won seven consecutive Pac-10 titles (2002-08), two
national championships and led the Trojans to a 97-19 record.
3
Russell Wilson
Quarterback
15
Jermaine Kearse
Wide Receiver
25
Richard Sherman
Cornerback
31
Kam Chancellor
Strong Safety
48
24
RaShaun Allen
Tight End
4
Steven Hauschka
Kicker
19
Bryan Walters
Wide Receiver
26
Steven Terrell
Free Safety
33
Christine Michael
Running Back
49
Clint Gresham
Long Snapper
7
9
Tarvaris Jackson
Quarterback
22
Robert Turbin
Running Back
27
Tharold Simon
Cornerback
35
DeShawn Shead
Cornerback
50
K.J. Wright
Linebacker
10
Jon Ryan
Punter
23
Jeron Johnson
Strong Safety
28
Marcus Burley
Cornerback
40
Derrick Coleman
Fullback
51
Bruce Irvin
Linebacker
Paul Richardson
Wide Receiver
24
Marshawn Lynch
Running Back
29
Earl Thomas
Free Safety
41
Byron Maxwell
Cornerback
52
Brock Coyle
Linebacker
2014 SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
53
Malcolm Smith
Linebacker
60
Max Unger
Center
70
Andrew McDonald
Tackle
79
Garry Gilliam
Tackle
86
Zach Miller
Tight End
97
Jordan Hill
Defensive Tackle
54
Bobby Wagner
Linebacker
63
Stephen Schilling
Guard
72
Michael Bennett
Defensive End
81
Kevin Norwood
Wide Receiver
89
Doug Baldwin
Wide Receiver
98
Greg Scruggs
Defensive End
56
Cliff Avril
Defensive End
64
J.R. Sweezy
Guard
76
Russell Okung
Tackle
82
Luke Willson
Tight End
92
Brandon Mebane
Defensive Tackle
57
Mike Morgan
Linebacker
65
Patrick Lewis
Center
77
James Carpenter
Guard
83
Ricardo Lockette
Wide Receiver
93
O’Brien Schofield
Defensive End
58
Kevin Pierre-Louis
Linebacker
68
Justin Britt
Tackle
78
Alvin Bailey
Tackle
84
Cooper Helfet
Tight End
94
Kevin Williams
Defensive Tackle
99
Tony McDaniel
Defensive Tackle
25
2014 PANTHERS STATISTICS
RUSHING
CAR
OPP
TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 153155
NoYdsAvgLgTD
Rushing
3449 Newton
38190 5.0 131
Passing
101
90
Stewart
43143 3.3 221
Penalty
1816
25 106 4.2 17 0
3rd Down: Made/Att
40/95 44/91 D. Williams
31 762.5 90
3rd Down Pct.
42.1
48.4 Reaves
4th Down: Made/Att
4/5
2/4 Ogbonnaya 12 363.0 91
4th Down Pct.
80.0
50.0 Brown
3 3311.0 14 0
POSSESSION AVG.
29:4930:11 Whittaker
9 252.8 61
TOTAL NET YARDS
23942718 Anderson
3 100.7 50
Avg. Per Game
342.0 388.3
Poole
1 00.0 00
Total Plays
457
444
179629 3.5 224
Avg. Per Play
5.2
6.1 TEAM
NET YARDS RUSHING 629963 OPPONENTS 182963 5.389t8
Avg. Per Game
89.9 137.6
Total Rushes
179
182
RECEIVING
NET YARDS PASSING 17651755 NoYdsAvgLgTD
Avg. Per Game
252.1 250.7 Olsen
41 49312.0 37t 5
Sacked/Yards Lost
15/131 15/109 34 47714.0 35t 5
Gross Yards
1896 1864 Benjamin
23 28312.3 30 0
Att./Completions
263/165247/173 Cotchery
19185 9.7 221
Completion Pct.
62.7
70.0 Avant
Had Intercepted
3
7 Brown
11 11310.3 18 0
PUNTS/AVERAGE
33/48.824/48.0 Bersin
9 10411.6 29 1
Net Punting Avg.
33/39.4 24/39.9 Stewart
8 70 8.8220
PENALTIES/YARDS
44/42451/407
Tolbert
8 59 7.4160
FUMBLES/BALL LOST 9/511/5
5 31 6.2160
TOUCHDOWNS
1724 Reaves
3 38 12.7 16 0
Rushing
4
8 B. Williams
2 2713.5 23 0
Passing
12
15 Whittaker
Returns
1
1 Dickson
2 168.0 80
TEAM
1651896 11.5 37t12
SCORING
OPPONENTS 1731864 10.8 61t15
TDRu PaRt PAT FG S PT
Gano
0 0 0 0 15/1513/150 54
PUNTING
Benjamin 5 0 50 0 30
No Yds Avg Net TBI20 Lg B
Olsen
5 0 50 0 30 33161148.839.4 5 9 67 0
Avant
1 0 10 0 6 Nortman
Bersin
1 0 10 0 6 TEAM
33161148.839.4 5 9 67 0
Brown
1 0 01 0 6 OPPONENTS 24115348.039.9 2 7 64 0
Newton
1 1 00 0 6
Ogbonnaya 1 1 00 0 6
FIELD GOALS
Stewart
1 1 00 0 6
1-19 20-2930-3940-4950+
Whittaker 1 1 00 0 6 0/02/26/74/51/1
Cotchery 0 0 00 0 2 Gano
TEAM
17 4 12 1 15/1513/150158 TEAM
0/02/26/74/51/1
OPPONENTS 24 815 1 24/24 9/15 0195 OPPONENTS 0/01/13/55/70/1
INTERCEPTIONS
NoYds Avg Lg TD
Harper
312 4.0 8 0
Cason
2 8140.5 80 0
DeCoud
1 3535.0 35 0
White
1 2323.0 23 0
TEAM
7151 21.6 80 0
OPPONENTS 3 5418.0 31 0
SACKS
Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOTAL
Addison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0
Edwards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0
Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0
Davis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
Hardy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
Horton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
Kuechly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.0
Short . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
TEAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.0
OPPONENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.0
PUNT RETURNS
Ret FC Yds Avg LgTD
Brown
12 5 13711.4 79t 1
Bersin
2 0 19 9.511 0
TEAM
14 5 15611.1 79t 1
OPPONENTS 15 6 21114.1 33 0
KICKOFF RETURNS
No Yds Avg LgTD
Brown
12 273 22.8 350
TEAM
12 273 22.8 350
OPPONENTS 8 265 33.1 970
SCORE BY PERIODS
1234
OT
TOT
TEAM
173634683158
OPPONENTS 385841553195
2-PT. CONVERSIONS: Cotchery
TEAM 1-2, OPPONENTS 0-0
PASSING
AttCmp YdsCmp% Yd/Att TDTD%IntInt% LgSK/LS Rate
Newton
206
125
147260.7 7.15 83.9 31.537t
14/12289.3
Anderson
574042470.2 7.44 47.0 00.035t1/9 114.9
TEAM
263
165
189662.7 7.21124.6 31.137t15/131 94.9
OPPONENTS247
173
186470.0 7.55156.1 72.861t15/109 110.3
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2014 SEAHAWKS STATISTICS
SEAOPP
RUSHING
TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 119120 NoYdsAvgLgTD
Rushing
47
25 Lynch
97420 4.3 323
Passing
62
83
Wilson
38327 8.6 523
Penalty
10
12
11 92 8.451t1
3rd Down: Made/Att
30/75 39/83 Harvin
19 71 3.7100
3rd Down Pct.
40.0
47.0 Turbin
2 52.5 30
4th Down: Made/Att
2/4
1/2 Michael
4th Down Pct.
50.0
50.0 Ryan
1 55.0 50
POSSESSION AVG.
29:2030:40 Lockette
1 22.0 20
TOTAL NET YARDS
21421944 Walters
1 -2-2.0 -2 0
Avg. Per Game
357.0 324.0
TEAM
170920 5.4 527
Total Plays
360
375
Avg. Per Play
6.0
5.2 OPPONENTS 159513 3.2 393
NET YARDS RUSHING 920513
RECEIVING
Avg. Per Game
153.3
85.5
Total Rushes
170
159 NoYdsAvgLgTD
NET YARDS PASSING 12221431 Baldwin
23 31013.5 49 1
Avg. Per Game
203.7 238.5 Harvin
22133 6.0 330
Sacked/Yards Lost
14/86
7/48
16145 9.1 302
Gross Yards
1308 1479 Lynch
14 21815.6 53 1
Att./Completions
176/116 209/143 Kearse
6 7612.7 24 0
Completion Pct.
65.9
68.4 Miller
Had Intercepted
2
2 Turbin
6 6310.5 32 1
PUNTS/AVERAGE
26/45.229/43.9 Willson
6 40 6.7190
Net Punting Avg.
51/393 29/38.6 Helfet
5 10420.8 36 1
PENALTIES/YARDS
51/39329/241
Walters
5 44 8.8170
FUMBLES/BALL LOST 8/29/3
5 40 8.0110
TOUCHDOWNS
1816 Richardson
4 8521.3 39t 2
Rushing
7
3 Lockette
2 2914.5 15t 1
Passing
10
12 Coleman
Returns
1
1 Wilson
1 1717.0 17 0
Norwood
1 44.0 40
SCORING
TEAM
1161308 11.3 5310
TDRu PaRt PAT FG S PT
OPPONENTS 1421479 10.3 60t12
Hauschka 0 0 0 0 16/1611/120 49
Lynch
6 3 30 0 36
PUNTING
Wilson
3 3 00 0 18
No Yds Avg NetTB In Lg B
Lockette
2 0 20 0 12 Baldwin
1 0 10 0 6 Ryan
261176 45.238.7 3 15 66 0
Coleman 1 0 10 0 6 TEAM
261176 45.338.7 3 15 66 0
Harvin
1 1 00 0 6 OPPONENTS 29127243.938.6 2 9 59 1
Helfet
1 0 10 0 6
Kearse
1 0 10 0 6
FIELD GOALS
Morgan
1 0 01 0 6
1-19 20-2930-3940-4950+
Turbin
1 0 10 0 6 McDaniel 0 0 00 1 2 Hauschka 0/04/44/43/40/0
TEAM
18 7 10 1 16/1611/121159 TEAM
0/04/44/43/40/0
OPPONENTS 16 312 1 14/14 9/10 1141 OPPONENTS 0/04/41/12/22/3
INTERCEPTIONS
NoYds Avg Lg TD
Chacellor
1 5252.0 52 0
Maxwell
1 2121.0 21 0
TEAM
2 7336.5 52 0
OPPONENTS 213 6.513 0
SACKS
Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOTAL
Bennett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0
Avril. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
Irvin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
Wagner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
K. Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0
TEAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.0
OPPONENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.0
PUNT RETURNS
Ret FC Yds Avg LgTD
Walters
12 8109 9.1 21 0
E. Thomas
2 0 3 1.5 3 0
TEAM
14 8112 8.0 21 0
OPPONENTS 7 13 11015.7 90t1
KICKOFF RETURNS
No Yds Avg LgTD
Harvin
12 283 23.6 460
Willson
3 37 12.3 200
Baldwin
2 26 13.0 170
Walters
2 43 21.5 270
Helfet
1 0 0.0 00
TEAM
20 389 19.5 460
OPPONENTS 14 298 21.3 750
SCORE BY PERIODS
1234
OT
TOT
TEAM
334829436159
OPPONENTS 275113500141
2-PT. CONVERSIONS:
TEAM 0-1, OPPONENTS 1-2
PASSING
AttCmp YdsCmp% Yd/Att TDTD%IntInt% LgSK/LS Rate
Wilson
175
115
129165.7 7.38105.7 21.15314/86101.9
Kearse
1 1 17100.017.00 00.0 00.0170/0 118.8
TEAM
176
116
130865.9 7.43105.7 21.15314/86102.2
OPPONENTS209
143
147968.4 7.08125.7 21.060t7/48 103.7
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IN THE NFL: 2015 NFL DRAFT
2015 NFL Draft to be held in Chicago
The 80th NFL Draft will be held April 30-May 2, 2015 at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in
Chicago, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced Oct. 2.
“We are excited to have fans from throughout the midwest experience the NFL Draft,” said Goodell. “We
look forward to returning the event to the city of Chicago and working with the city, Choose Chicago, and
the Chicago Sports Commission to create a week-long celebration of football for our fans. Mayor Emanuel
and the city of Chicago presented us with numerous ways to enhance the Draft experience for our fans and
incoming players.”
The NFL Draft was held in Chicago in 1938, 1942-44, 1951, and 1962-64.
“Chicago is pleased to welcome the 2015 NFL Draft to America’s heartland,” said Mayor Emanuel. “Next
year, NFL fans from across the country will travel here or tune in as the future of their team is decided in
Chicago. We look forward to working with the Chicago Bears, the NFL, and our neighborhood partners to
make this an event that highlights our world class city and reinvests in our communities.”
The Draft will return to primetime for Rounds 1-3. Round 1 will take place on Thursday, April 30 while
Rounds 2-3 will be held on Friday, May 1. The Draft will conclude on Saturday, May 2 with Rounds 4-7.
Round 1 festivities will include incoming prospects walking the red carpet on Michigan Avenue, while 32
former players who are members of the NFL Legends community, one representing each team, will be on
hand for Round 2 to announce selections. In addition to the event inside Auditorium Theatre, the Draft will
expand outside to Grant Park and Congress Plaza. There will be an outdoor fan festival for all three days
where fans of all teams can follow the Draft, enjoy interactive exhibits and autograph sessions with current
and former players. Tickets will be free for all fans.
The 125-year-old Auditorium Theatre opened in 1889 and has hosted operas, concerts, musicals and ballets. Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and William McKinley gave speeches at the theatre, which has also
hosted shows by performers such as Ray Charles, The Doors, Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, Elton John, Frank
Sinatra and Stevie Wonder. The theatre also hosted Les Miserables and Phantom of the Opera.
Coverage of the 2014 NFL Draft on NFL Network, ESPN & ESPN2 reached 45.7 million people across the three
days, topping the previous record set in 2010 (45.4 million), according to The Nielsen Company. First-round
coverage on ESPN and NFL Network drew a combined total viewership of 32.0 million viewers, making it the
most-viewed Round 1 ever, according to Nielsen. Round 1 was the most-watched program on cable and the
second most-watched program on television that Thursday night (The Big Bang Theory, CBS).
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PANTHERS ROSTER
No
1
3
8
9
11
13
14
16
20
21
23
24
25
26
28
31
33
34
36
41
42
43
44
53
54
56
57
58
59
63
64
66
67
68
70
75
77
78
79
81
82
84
86
88
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
32
Name
Cam Newton
Derek Anderson
Brad Nortman
Graham Gano
Brenton Bersin
Kelvin Benjamin
Joe Webb
Philly Brown
Antoine Cason
Thomas DeCoud
Melvin White
Josh Norman
Bené Benwikere
Chris Ogbonnaya
Jonathan Stewart
James Dockery
Tre Boston
DeAngelo Williams
Darrin Reaves
Roman Harper
Colin Jones
Fozzy Whittaker
J.J. Jansen
Ben Jacobs
Jason Williams
A.J. Klein
Adarius Glanton
Thomas Davis
Luke Kuechly
David Foucault
Brian Folkerts
Amini Silatolu
Ryan Kalil
Andrew Norwell
Trai Turner
Fernando Velasco
Byron Bell
Nate Chandler
Chris Scott
Jason Avant
Jerricho Cotchery
Ed Dickson
Brandon Williams
Greg Olsen
Colin Cole
Dwan Edwards
Chase Blackburn
Kony Ealy
Charles Johnson
Wes Horton
Mario Addison
Star Lotulelei
Kawann Short
Pos
QB
QB
P
K
WR
WR
QB
WR
CB
S
CB
CB
CB
RB
RB
CB
S
RB
RB
S
S
RB
LS
LB
LB
LB
LB
LB
LB
T
C
G
C
G
G
G
T
T
G
WR
WR
TE
TE
TE
DT
DT
LB
DE
DE
DE
DE
DT
DT
Ht
6-5
6-6
6-2
6-2
6-3
6-5
6-4
5-11
6-1
6-2
6-1
6-0
6-0
6-0
5-10
6-1
6-1
5-9
5-10
6-1
6-0
5-10
6-2
6-4
6-1
6-1
6-1
6-1
6-3
6-8
6-4
6-4
6-2
6-6
6-3
6-4
6-5
6-4
6-4
6-0
6-1
6-4
6-4
6-5
6-2
6-3
6-3
6-4
6-2
6-5
6-3
6-2
6-3
Wt
245
230
210
205
210
240
230
180
195
195
205
195
185
225
235
185
205
215
220
205
205
205
240
245
245
245
230
235
238
305
310
315
300
310
320
310
340
315
345
210
205
255
250
253
330
305
240
275
285
270
260
320
315
Age
25
31
25
27
24
23
27
22
28
29
24
26
23
28
27
25
22
31
21
31
27
25
28
26
28
23
24
31
23
25
24
26
29
22
21
29
25
25
27
31
32
27
27
29
34
33
31
22
28
24
27
24
25
Exp
4
10
3
5
1
R
5
R
7
7
2
3
R
5
7
4
R
9
R
9
4
2
7
2
6
2
R
10
3
R
2
3
8
R
R
5
4
3
3
9
11
5
2
8
8
11
10
R
8
2
4
2
2
College
Auburn
Oregon State
Wisconsin
Florida State
Wofford College
Florida State
Alabama-Birmingham
Ohio State
Arizona
California
Louisiana-Lafayette
Coastal Carolina
San Jose State
Texas
Oregon
Oregon State
North Carolina
Memphis
Alabama-Birmingham
Alabama
TCU
Texas
Notre Dame
Fresno State
Western Illinois
Iowa State
Florida Atlantic
Georgia
Boston College
Montreal
Washburn
Midwestern State
Southern California
Ohio State
Louisiana State
Georgia
New Mexico
UCLA
Tennessee
Michigan
North Carolina State
Oregon
Oregon
Miami (Fla.)
Iowa
Oregon State
Akron
Missouri
Georgia
Southern California
Troy
Utah
Purdue
SEAHAWKS ROSTER
No
3
4
7
9
10
15
19
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
31
33
35
40
41
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
56
57
58
60
63
64
65
68
70
72
76
77
78
79
81
82
83
84
86
89
92
93
94
97
98
99
Name
Russell Wilson
Steven Hauschka
Tarvaris Jackson
Jon Ryan
Paul Richardson
Jermaine Kearse
Bryan Walters
Robert Turbin
Jeron Johnson
Marshawn Lynch
Richard Sherman
Steven Terrell
Tharold Simon
Marcus Burley
Earl Thomas
Kam Chancellor
Christine Michael
DeShawn Shead
Derrick Coleman
Byron Maxwell
RaShaun Allen
Clint Gresham
K.J. Wright
Bruce Irvin
Brock Coyle
Malcolm Smith
Bobby Wagner
Cliff Avril
Mike Morgan
Kevin Pierre-Louis
Max Unger
Stephen Schilling
J.R. Sweezy
Patrick Lewis
Justin Britt
Andrew McDonald
Michael Bennett
Russell Okung
James Carpenter
Alvin Bailey
Garry Gilliam
Kevin Norwood
Luke Willson
Ricardo Lockette
Cooper Helfet
Zach Miller
Doug Baldwin
Brandon Mebane
O’Brien Schofield
Kevin Williams
Jordan Hill
Greg Scruggs
Tony McDaniel
Pos
QB
K
QB
P
WR
WR
WR
RB
SS
RB
CB
FS
CB
CB
FS
SS
RB
CB
FB
CB
TE
LS
LB
LB
LB
LB
LB
DE
LB
LB
C
G
G
C
T
T
DE
T
G
T
T
WR
TE
WR
TE
TE
WR
DT
DE
DT
DT
DE
DT
Ht
5-11
6-4
6-2
6-0
6-0
6-1
6-0
5-10
5-10
5-11
6-3
5-10
6-3
5-11
5-10
6-3
5-10
6-2
6-0
6-1
6-4
6-3
6-4
6-3
6-1
6-0
6-0
6-3
6-3
6-0
6-5
6-5
6-5
6-1
6-6
6-5
6-4
6-5
6-5
6-3
6-5
6-2
6-5
6-2
6-3
6-5
5-10
6-1
6-3
6-5
6-1
6-3
6-7
Wt
206
210
225
217
183
209
190
222
212
215
195
197
202
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Q&A with BENÉ BENWIKERE
This week, GameTime catches up with
cornerback Bené Benwikere. A fifth-round
draft choice of the Panthers in April, Benwikere played in five games with two starts
this season before being sidelined for two
games with an ankle injury. The rookie talks
about his transition to the NFL and his experience transitioning from offense to defense in high school.
How has it been working under coaches
Steve Wilks and Curtis Fuller?
It’s been great actually, they are both guys
that have experienced the game and have
a lot of knowledge. When it comes to being
able to make plays they understand how
certain situations are going to look. When
you make presets you want something to
be done a certain way but obviously not
every situation is going to come out like
that. They are doing a good job and talking
to all of us to understand where we are and how to
adjust on the run to certain formations and plays.
How has the transition been so far as a rookie?
Are you treated as such or does it all depend on
how you treat yourself?
I would say it’s been a good transition, we have a
lot of guys in the room who talk to us and let us
know our place as a rookie. At the same time they
ultimately want the best for us whether it is from
the coaching staff or the players. They talk to us
about how to get better and get to the level that
they are at.
With a brand new secondary for the Panthers
in place this season, how is the chemistry between one another progressing both on and off
the field?
I think the veterans made a very, very big point in
understanding that we need to gel together as a
group. We do various things whether it is hanging out amongst another, watching another game,
going to go eat, or just talking to each other and
staying late watching film in the meeting room.
They show us how they watch film and we show
them how we watch it so we can pick up new
things from one another. I think that there’s been
a really good vibe and they’ve done a good job in
taking the rookies underneath their wing.
Which player has been your biggest mentor and
made the most impact on your play and your life
since becoming a Panther?
So far I would say it would be between Antoine
Cason and Roman Harper. Those are the two guys
that constantly talk to me. Like I said though everyone does a nice job of explaining things and
reaching out, but Roman Harper and Antoine Cason are definitely two guys that will see what is
going on beforehand and may say something and
may not wait until I make a mistake. They are very
constant, I hear from them at least every day.
You were a receiver at one point. How did you
end up at cornerback?
That was a transition I really didn’t like but in
high school I ended up on a team that had the top
five receivers in the nation. We had Paul Richardson (Seahawks), Marquise Lee (Jaguars), Robert
Woods (Bills), and George Farmer who’s in his
senior year now at Southern Cal. When we went
to four wide I would go out to receiver but it was a
constant grind because they knew whoever wasn’t
playing good then I was going to come in their
place and try to dominate. It was a constant battle
but that was also what made it fun even though I
didn’t like having to be strictly defense. When I got
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Q&A with BENÉ BENWIKERE (continued)
to college I came across a coach named Mike McIntyre who used to coach in the NFL for a while. He
helped me understand concepts and how to really
watch film and how to break the game down as
far as the mental aspect. For my first three years
that was a big help in college and now I think my
latest transition has been being able to have good
footwork and understanding how to change up my
technique and be more physical. I had a coach
by the name of Donte Williams who really helped
me learn how to focus on the physical part of my
game as opposed to the mental side.
In college you tied the San Jose State singlegame record with three interceptions against
Louisiana Tech. What was going through your
mind during and after the game?
That game started off pretty rough for me. The
quarterback, Colby Cameron, had receivers
named Myles White and Quinton Patton. I remember we were all geared up to stop Quinton Patton
so we were putting a good clamp on him but this
guy Myles White was just winning every jump ball.
He was basically giving our whole team fits and
he almost had 200 yards in the first half alone. I
went into this depressed mode when we went into
the locker room for half time so my coach told me
I needed to get it together. When I got back out
there I was determined to not let him catch another ball. They were targeting him throughout
the game because he had a hot first half but I was
able to lock in and really focus in the second half.
He was able to catch more balls of course but
since he was targeted so much I was able to grab
three interceptions all in the second half and two
in the fourth quarter. It was a really good night
especially since we got the win and since it is all
about finishing.
What unique thing do you have about yourself
that will help connect you with the fans?
I am actually really good with kids. That was the
one thing that I really enjoyed in college, doing
child development programs and working with
kids. It is very fun for me being able to work with
kids, it is natural for me and I don’t mind being
patient with them
– Interview by Chase Altieri
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across the Carolinas. They hold careers
in a variety of distinguished professions, including nursing, law, marketing, engineering and teaching. The TopCats are visible at corporate and charitable events
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cheer the Panthers to victory and entertain fans at every home game.
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personalities, showmanship, dance skills, professionalism and physical fitness.
Richelle Williams is the Choreographer and Manager for the TopCats. She joined
the TopCats staff in 2005, after dancing with the team for five years. She was
a cheer instructor for Universal Cheerleaders Association, and she also cheered
at the University of South Carolina where she earned a BA degree in Mass
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Shannon McClattie serves as the TopCats Assistant. She was a member of the
TopCats Squad for 11 years and was named cheerleader of the year in 2004 and
represented the organization at the 2005 Pro Bowl. Shannon was a game day field
assistant for four years before joining the TopCats staff.
Kate Milstead, the Entertainment Assistant, is responsible for booking all community and corporate appearances for Sir Purr, the TopCats, and PurrCussion.
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where she was also a member of the women’s soccer team.
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Ashley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Brandice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chandalae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Dana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Dawn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Emily. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Erin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Heather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Lindsey Y.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Siobhan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Whitney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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DAWN (left) is in her first season as a TopCat. Originally from Singapore, Dawn moved to the
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Degree in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research. She now works as a Quantitative
Management Associate and enjoys spending her free time dancing and golfing. Dawn loves
traveling and ultimately, would like to live in as many different cities and countries as possible. Her favorite charity is the Make a Wish Foundation.
ASHLEY (center) is in her third season as a TopCat. Born and raised in Buffalo, N.Y., she
graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and is currently enrolled in a nursing program. While completing the nursing program, Ashley is also
working as a dance instructor and a Customer Service Representative. In her spare time, she
enjoys exercising and being outdoors. Ashley plans to complete nursing school, travel the
world and learn how to become a better cook. Her favorite charity is the Hunt of a Lifetime,
which provides children with life threatening illnesses the opportunity to go on hunting and
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Lenoir, N.C., Kimberly attended Appalachian State University, where she received a B.S. in
Secondary Math Education and is currently a high school math teacher. Although math is one
of her hobbies, she also enjoys dancing, working out, and relaxing by the lake. Kimberly hopes
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COACH OF THE WEEK SPOTLIGHT
Carolina Panthers
Coach of the Week
By Matt Wilbur
The Carolina Panthers High School Coach of the
Week program recognizes high school coaches
who, through their hard work and dedication to
young people, have made a difference in the
lives of their players, school and community.
This program also provides high schools with
financial assistance to help maintain and upgrade their football programs.
Jeff Calabrese
Hartsville High School
The Carolina Panthers are proud to announce
the selection of Coach Jeff Calabrese of
Hartsville (SC) High School as the team’s
seventh High School Coach of the Week for
the 2014 season. Coach Calabrese is in his
tenth year as head coach of the Red Foxes.
Coach Calabrese spent his first seven years
as an assistant under long time Hartsville
coach Lewis Lineberger. Calabrese left Hartsville to take the head coaching job at West
Florence in 2001. Before Calabrese’s arrival,
the team had a 31-game losing streak. After
two seasons under Calabrese, West Florence
advanced all the way to the state championship game in 2003. Calabrese returned
to Hartsville after being named the head
coach in 2005. The Red Foxes have won 72
percent of their games and posted an overall
record of 81-31 since Calabrese took over the
program. They have won region titles in 2010,
2012 and 2013. The team also won its fourth
state title in school history in 2012. Coach
Calabrese has earned numerous awards for
his coaching efforts including: South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association 2012-13
Coach of the Year, High School Sports Report
2012-13 State Coach of the Year, 4x Region
VI Class AAA Coach of the Year, 2003 New-
comer Coach of the Year and South Carolina
Football Coaches Association 2005 Class
AAAA Lower State Coach of the Year.
Calebrese is thankful for the support he and
his team receive and is quick to return the
favor back to the community through his off
the field efforts. The Hartsville football team
is active in the community under Calebrese’s
influence. The team holds pep rallies at local
elementary schools every home game instead
of at the high school. They are involved in
reading programs at elementary schools and
speak to the students about making positive
choices. Coach Calebrese and his players
also assist with senior citizen volunteer projects in the Hartsville area, as well organizing
regular food donations for the homeless.
In recognition of Coach Calabrese, the Carolina Panthers will donate $1,000 to Hartsville
High School to support the school’s athletic
department. Coach Calabrese and the other
2014 Carolina Panthers High School Coach of
the Week honorees will all be recognized during a Panthers home game later this season.
The 2014 High School Coach of the Week
Program is a joint initiative of the Carolina
Panthers and the National Football League.
The program is designed to recognize and
reward North and South Carolina high
school coaches who have created successful
programs for teams and players both on and
off of the playing field. This includes coaches
that champion philosophies which advance
and promote player health and safety.
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Wounded Warriors
On pace to set a franchise record for injured players in a season, the 3-3-1 Carolina Panthers chug
into today’s contest with Seattle smelling like
Bactine, Epson Salts and Ace Bandages. Early in
the week around here, players walking in from the
parking lot to the training room looked like young
versions of Fred Sanford. Our broadcast today
could easily be brought to you by Advil.
And then there is the matter of Carolina’s injured
pride and bruised ego, both listed as probable for
the game you are about to watch.
But dang man, it could be worse. A whole lot
worse. Let’s look at some reasons for optimism.
• Cam Newton, although not as precise in the
passing game last week against Green Bay,
has been in Pro Bowl form in this, his fourth
NFL season. A fierce competitor, he normally
follows indifferent performances with spectacular ones.
• Somehow or another, the Panthers are in
the Moe, Larry and Curly division so far
this year. Atlanta, New Orleans and Tampa
Bay have each trafficked with physical
comedy in September and October. Who
knows, Shemp could sneak in here and
steal this scene.
• Carolina may, in all the injury carnage, be
finding some depth. Offensive linemen David Foucault and Andrew Norwell did some
nice things at Green Bay. Receiver Brenton
Bersin could be a star in this league someday. Cornerback James Dockery can run.
Safety Tre Boston is learning quickly. Linebacker Ben Jacobs is making the most of
increased reps. Guard Chris Scott returned
to the Panthers in very good physical condition. He is strong and a mauler.
• Jonathan Stewart brought the fight to Green
Bay. “Having him back healthy means so
much, it really does,” said Coach Ron Rivera. “He’s the toughest runner I ever blocked
for,” said Jordan Gross of the Carolina Panthers Radio Network.
• All of Carolina’s preseason goals remain attainable. The only one that is off the table is
a 16-0 regular season.
• So, when you put this magazine down, get
happy and prepare to make a difference
today. What you do in the stands matters!
• Go Panthers, and we’ll see you on the radio!
• After two in a row on the road, the Panthers
are home for three of the next four. A rugged
five-game October will be followed by only
four games plus a bye week in November.
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purchase per person. All alcohol sales will be discontinued at the end of the third quarter. Sales may be discontinued earlier at the discretion of stadium management.
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Balloons
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Coolers or containers, including cans and bottles
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Explosives
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Fireworks
BANNERS
The players love to see signs of fan support. The Carolina
Panthers may allow a limited number of banners, subject
to stadium management approval. In addition, stadium
management reserves the right to prohibit banners due
to lack of available space, banner size or commercial or
improper message content. Please refer to http://www.
panthers.com/stadium/policies-information/bannerpolicy.html
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Folding chairs
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Food and beverages, except two (2) sealed plastic
non-flavored water bottles per person
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Horns, bells, whistles and other noise makers
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Illegal drugs
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Laptops
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Laser pointers
CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY
The Carolina Panthers are committed to providing an
enjoyable and safe game day experience. Irresponsible
conduct will not be tolerated at Bank of America Stadium. Unruly patrons will be subject to ejection, arrest
and possible loss of ticket privileges. Rules of conduct
are printed on the back of each ticket.
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Pets, except service animals assisting those with
disabilities
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Seat cushions with covers, zippers, clasps, pockets, or any other device that would allow concealment of any item
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Strollers
Whether or not certain types of behavior and/or acts are
inappropriate or offensive to others may depend on one’s
perspective and values. Stadium Management reserves
the right to deem an act or exhibited behavior to be inappropriate and act accordingly.
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Umbrellas
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Video equipment
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Weapons of any kind, including those carried with
a permit
Stadium Security Personnel will respond to complaints
of misconduct. Patrons who fail to comply with Stadium
Policy after being warned will be subject to ejection or
arrest. Acts such as fighting, being abusive to others,
being intoxicated, throwing objects, or committing other
acts that may injure other patrons or disrupt the progress
of the game may result in ejection and/or arrest without prior warning. Violations by Permanent Seat License
holders or their guests may result in the revocation of the
Permanent Seat License and ticket privileges.
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Other items that in the judgment of stadium management pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of an event by other patrons
Fans who require assistance with unruly patrons should
contact a member of the stadium staff, a Charlotte
Mecklenburg police officer or report it anonymously by
texting your issue and specific location to 704.GET.HELP
(438.4357).
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PROHIBITED ITEMS
To ensure that all fans have a safe and enjoyable visit
to Bank of America Stadium, the following items are not
permitted in the stadium:
Prohibited items that are discovered during security
inspections at the stadium entrances must be either
returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded. Unlawful
items that are discovered during security inspections
are subject to confiscation, and the person in possession
of those items may be denied entrance into the stadium
and is subject to arrest. Any prohibited item discovered
inside the stadium is subject to confiscation.
Items that will be permitted but will be inspected at bag
check locations prior to entry:
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Any transparent plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger
than 12” x 6” x 12”
STADIUM POLICIES / INFORMATION
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Purses, bags or clutches no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”
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Containers for medical supplies or special food
items for diabetics (Please contact the Director of
Security at 704-358-7000 for more information on
the approval process)
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Flags without poles or sticks
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Seat pads without covers, zippers, clasps, pockets, or any other device that would allow concealment of any items
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Tablets
Fans are encouraged not to bring any bags or items that
need inspection as our goal is to get all patrons in the
stadium as quickly as possible.
DESIGNATED DRIVER
Panthers fans are the best fans around! That’s why the
Carolina Panthers and Anheuser-Busch have teamed up
to implement the Good Sport program as a thank you to
fans who respect the rights of others, drink responsibly,
and designate a driver during today’s game.
Fans who volunteer to be a designated driver have a
chance to win free Panther’s merchandise and other
gifts. Fans can enter to win at the Panther’s Good Sport
designated driver sign up carts located in concourses
near secctions 106, 123 and 513, so sign up and win
today!
NFL BAG POLICY
In order to increase public safety and to expidite fan entry
into stadiums, the NFL requires all Stadiums to enforce
a specific bag policy for patrons, media, and employees.
All non-transparent bags or items including backpacks,
binocular/camera cases, cinch bags, computer bags,
diaper bags, fanny packs, purses larger than 4.5” x 6.5”
are now prohibited at Bank of America Stadium. Any
transparent plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12”
x 6” x 12” or purses, bags or clutches no larger than 4.5”
x 6.5” are permitted in to the stadium. All approved bags
and purses will continue to be subjected to additional
screening measures
RECYCLING
The Carolina Panthers recycle all cans, bottles, and
cardboard generated inside the stadium. In addition, the
Carolina Panthers have partnered with Bojangles, Center
City Partners and Keep Mecklenburg Beautiful in order
to increase our recycling footprint. Volunteers canvass
parking lots within a four block perimeter of the stadium
in order to provide information regarding the program.
Fans parking in participating lots are handed a yellow
bag for cans, bottles and/or cardboard as they enter the
lot. As fans head into the stadium, they can drop off the
bags at a designated curb location in each lot. The City
of Charlotte then picks up the bags and takes the recyclables to the Mecklenburg Recycling Facility (MRF).
Thank you Panthers fans for making today’s game a safe
and enjoyable time for everyone.
RE-ENTRY
Persons leaving Bank of America Stadium during an
event will not be permitted to re-enter.
EMERGENCY CARE
Emergency Care Centers are located on the 100 level
across from sections 109-110 and 133-134, on the 300
level across from suite 310A and on the 500 level across
from sections 511-512 and 543-544. Registered nurses,
doctors, paramedic units and an emergency medical
technician are on duty. In addition, two roving teams of
paramedics are on the club level.
SEAT CUSHIONS / PADS
As part of the new NFL bag policy, seat cushions with
covers, zippers, clasps, pockets or any other device that
would allow concealment of any items are prohibited at
Bank of America Stadium. Closed cell seat pads without
covers, zippers, clasps, pockets or any other device that
would allow concealment of any items are permitted into
the stadium.
GUEST RELATIONS
As a convenience to our fans, Guest Relations booths,
are located at all three entrance gates, at the club level
elevator lobbies and, on the 500 level. Guest Relations
team members provide fans with information about the
stadium, public transportation, restaurants and hotels
in addition to facilitating the game day experience.
Please feel free to report any problems/issues to a Guest
Relations team member in the Guest Relations booths or
to a team member throughout the seating bowl.
SMOKING
Per North Carolina law, smoking is not permitted in Bank
of America Stadium.
LOST AND FOUND
Reports of lost and found items should be made at
any Guest Relations Booth. On non-event days, call the
stadium operations office at (704) 358-7492 to inquire
about lost items.
TAG-A-KID PROGRAM
As a convenience, the Tag-A-Kid program is provided by
the Carolina Panthers and Bank of America Stadium. All
guests who would like to participate may register their
child at the Guest Relations Booths on 100, 300, and
500. The child will receive a wrist band with his/her seat
location. If the child becomes lost, the wristband will allow the child to be escorted to the parent’s seats. If the
parent/s are not there, the child will be escorted to the
nearest Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer or Guest
Relations booth.
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