Former NFL coach Jimmy Johnson slams Panthers owner David Tepper: ‘That's the problem'
Former Super Bowl-Winning Coach Criticizes NFL Team Owner’s Decision-Making #
A prominent former NFL coach has publicly criticized the owner of the Carolina Panthers, citing concerns about the owner’s involvement in football decisions. The coach, who led a team to consecutive Super Bowl victories in the early 1990s, expressed his opinion during a televised sports broadcast.
The coach stated that the Panthers’ owner is the primary issue facing the team, accusing him of making major decisions without consulting his football experts. He pointed out several high-profile players and coaches who have left the organization, suggesting that the owner’s decision-making was a factor in their departures.
The Panthers’ ownership changed hands in 2018 when the current owner purchased the team for $2.2 billion. Since then, the team has struggled, posting the NFL’s worst record over that period. The franchise has also seen significant turnover in coaching and management positions.
The former coach’s comments were made in the context of a discussion about the Panthers’ current quarterback situation. The team recently benched their starting quarterback after a poor start to the season, opting to start a veteran backup in their upcoming game.
This criticism comes at a time when the Panthers are facing challenges both on and off the field. The team’s value has increased significantly since the ownership change, but their on-field performance has not matched this financial growth. Additionally, the owner was recently fined for an incident involving a fan at an away game.
The former coach emphasized that while the owner has the right to make decisions for his team, he should rely more heavily on the expertise of his football staff rather than making unilateral choices.