With Rivera's fate decided, no issue looms larger in the search for Rivera's successor than what to do with quarterback Cam Newton.
The Panthers' offensive line took another hit, as Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner is out against Atlanta because of a concussion suffered in the opener against Dallas.
DE Efe Obada, whose life journey includes human trafficking and homelessness, says his NFL opportunity "instilled a hunger in me ... a state of survival."
Charles Johnson's 67 1/2 career sacks ranks second all time on the Panthers, trailing only Julius Peppers' mark of 92.
A former employee of the Panthers, alleging sexual misconduct against owner Jerry Richardson, has broken her silence on the subject.
Panthers coach Ron Rivera said Tuesday that he expects Greg Olsen to play this season despite the tight end's recent audition with ESPN for a broadcasting role.
