Joe Menzer Profile

What began as a speech before a playoff game is now a phrase that means so much to so many in the Carolinas.

Tight end and team captain Greg Olsen epitomizes this year's team with his Pro Bowl play on the field and courage off the field.

Ron Rivera wins NFL Coach of the Year and earns the nickname "Riverboat Ron" in the process.

Linebacker Luke Kuechly earns NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year after setting a team record with league-best 205 tackles.

Newton earns NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award after rewriting the record book for rookie quarterbacks.

John Kasay kicks his 11th career game-winning field goal to give Panthers their first win of the season.

DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart become first teammates in NFL history to top 1,100 yards in same season.

Tight end's touchdown as time expires in season opener at San Diego proves a tone-setter.

Signed just four days before Carolina's game at Arizona, Vinny Testaverde becomes oldest quarterback in NFL history to win a game.

Inspired by his daughter, defensive end Mike Rucker helps Panthers shut out the rival Rams.

Carolina takes road show to Chicago and topples top-seeded Bears and their vaunted defense.

Quarterback Jake Delhomme and wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad post career years for an injury-riddled team.

Considered the greatest game in franchise history, Panthers stun Rams on their way to the Super Bowl.

Young players on each side of the ball - defensive end Julius Peppers and wide receiver Steve Smith - emerge as cornerstones.

Quarterback Chris Weinke, a 29-year-old rookie, leads Panthers to unlikely victory.

The moniker "Hoov" is born as undrafted rookie Brad Hoover fills in and rushes for 117 yards on Monday Night Football.

Steve Beuerlein's unlikely quarterback draw spells the difference in an upset of the Packers.

Kick returner Michael Bates sets numerous team records while earning third of five consecutive Pro Bowl nods.

An unknown rookie running back named Fred Lane bursts onto the scene.

Panthers knock off reigning Super Bowl champions in the franchise's first playoff game.

Sam Mills' pick-six against the Jets propels Carolina to a signature moment.

Steve Smith, Jake Delhomme, John Fox and Dan Henning describe the most celebrated play in Panthers history.

Catching up with a fan favorite and one of the most accomplished players in Panthers history.

Former Panthers safety looks back on his playing career and talks about his current role as an NFLPA trust captain.

Tight end spent the entirety of his decade-long career with the Panthers, an impressive run for a seventh-round draft choice.

Defensive lineman was the first free agent ever signed in franchise history.

Former Panthers linebacker talks about his fascinating international journey promoting and coaching the game of football.

Recently named running backs coach at UCLA, his alma mater, Foster looks back on a playing career that included two of the most memorable runs in Panthers postseason history.

Former Panthers defensive lineman reminisces about the "Over the Hill Gang" back in 1996, and discusses the work he does in law enforcement.

Former running back, who was drafted with the eighth overall pick in 1996, discusses his star-crossed playing career and business ventures after football.

Former Panthers quarterback recounts his record-setting 1999 season and the most memorable play of his career.

Former special teams ace discusses his memories of the early Panthers teams, his trademark speed and his line of work after football.

The first draft pick in the history of the Carolina Panthers discusses the ups and downs of his 17-year career and his life after football.

Offensive lineman follows roller coaster career with Panthers by reporting on the ups and downs of his former team and a neighboring college team.

Former Panthers running back continues to work as team chaplain for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Former Panthers center looks back on his playing days and provides an update on his once legendary RV.

Former Panthers tight end talks about his long playing career and what it's like watching Greg Olsen break his records.

Former safety talks about coaching at Campbell University and reveals the three Panthers he wishes he could have played with.

Charlotte native Marquise Williams won't be at the top of the draft like Cam Newton was, but he is at the top of his game thanks in part to Newton.

Under watchful eye of Panthers area scout Robert Haines, University of North Carolina prospects aimed to make a strong impression.

Assistant director of college scouting Ryan Cowden and national scout/senior college scout Jeff Morrow discuss how the Panthers approach the evaluation process at the NFL Combine.

Together Again: Panthers' college scouts meet in December to compare notes.

An NFL wide receiver for 17 seasons, Proehl has really hit his stride coaching wide receivers for the Panthers.

Background checks and social media monitoring tools have become an increasingly important part of the scouting process for NFL teams.

Standout defensive end adjusts to life as a fan, helps other former players adjust to life after football.

The only quarterback before Cam Newton to lead Panthers to a 5-0 start talks about his old team, life after football.

A look at the career of Don Gregory, director of college scouting for the Carolina Panthers.

A valuable wide receiver for the first two teams in Panthers history, Willie Green recalls some of the memorable moments.

Former defensive tackle talks about his time with the Panthers, life after football and his experiences as a coach.

The 2015 football season has just kicked off, but scouting season for the Panthers started months ago.

Former wide receiver and current player engagement director discusses his memories from his playing days and his new role.

General manager Dave Gettleman's system for evaluating draft prospects has been shaped while learning from other talent evaluators and his own experiences over 30 years in the NFL.

Panthers look to continue the success they have enjoyed in the first round of the NFL Draft since 2001.

Having the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, which the Panthers have owned twice in franchise history, can be both a blessing and curse at the same time.

Mid- to late-round draft choices and undrafted college free agents have played key roles for the Panthers through the years.

Draft value chart helps Panthers evaluate potential trades while targeting the best player available on their board.

A successful season means there is less time to prepare for the NFL Draft and results in a late first-round pick.

Chaos ensues in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft when the Vikings let the clock expire and Jaguars and Panthers rush to turn in their picks.

There was a lot of debate surrounding the second overall pick in the 2002 NFL Draft. But Carolina made the right call selecting defensive end Julius Peppers.

The 2001 NFL Draft produces arguably the best top-three picks of any draft in team history with linebacker Dan Morgan, defensive tackle Kris Jenkins and wide receiver Steve Smith.

Draft choices are held in high regard, and trading them for veteran players is often a risky proposition with mixed results.

Many talent evaluators didn't consider wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad fast, and some questioned his ability as a route runner. But general manager Bill Polian and the Panthers college scouts thought otherwise.

Panthers' first-ever draft in 1995 yields players who make immediate impacts as rookies and help team advance to NFC Championship in second season.

Thomas Davis plays key role in Panthers 2005 Wild Card win at New York Giants - the last shutout in NFL playoffs - and in Panthers 2014 Wild Card win versus Arizona Cardinals - the game with the fewest yards allowed in NFL postseason history.