Panthers celebrate home debut at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte
The Carolina Panthers opened their new 72,685 seat Ericsson Stadium with an owners day workout and a live hitting scrimmage as about 30,000 fans attended. First round pick Tshimanga Biakabutuka was a holdout. Panthers coach Dom Capers praised the home atmosphere and urged strong play to attract fans for upcoming games.
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Pro Football Hall of Fame inducts five in Canton ceremony
Dan Dierdorf leads five new honorees including Low Creekmar Joe Gibbs Mel Renfro and Charlie Joiner as Canton marks its latest class. Creekmar Joiner and Renfro set long wait times for eligibility while Gibbs enters in his first year.
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Colts edge Saints in Hall of Fame exhibition thriller
In Canton Kerwin Bell led a late drive finishing with a 2 yard TD pass to Scott Slutzker as the Colts beat the Saints 103. Bell, a 31 year old former Florida QB, completed all three passes on the drive and said he must be ready for more opportunities. Punter Chris Gardocki and Saints kicker Klaus Wilmsmeyer stood out on special teams. Jim Everett and Marshall Faulk saw limited action for their teams.
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