Arrr! David Tepper be seekin' refuge in th' tavern after a sign be callin' him out ahead o' th' draft!
2024-04-26
Arr matey! Carolina Panthers' Cap'n David Tepper be mighty displeased wit' a scallywag's sign outside a tavern, questionin' 'is control o'er the ship's draft plan. Aye, thar be no doubt this scurvy dog be walkin' the plank soon! Arrr!
In the year of our Lord 2024, the Carolina Panthers found themselves without their first-round draft pick, thanks to a trade with the Chicago Bears in the previous season. The Panthers had moved up to the top spot in the 2023 draft to select Bryce Young, but with a dismal 2-15 record, they were set to pick first in Detroit. Alas, the Bears swooped in and drafted Caleb Williams instead. Under the ownership of David Tepper since 2018, the Panthers have not seen much success, consistently finishing with losing records. Tepper's influence over draft picks has caused some controversy, leading to a sign outside a Charlotte bar urging him to let the coach and GM make decisions. The sign prompted Tepper to pay a visit to the bar, where he engaged in a playful exchange captured on video.Despite the drama, the Panthers managed to make a trade to get into the first round of the draft, ultimately selecting South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette at No. 32. Tepper's antics, including a previous incident of throwing a drink at a Jaguars fan, have not gone unnoticed, with the neighborhood bar taking jabs at his expense on their marquee. The saga continues for the Panthers and their colorful owner, as they navigate the tumultuous waters of the NFL.