Panthers hire Perry Fewell as secondary coach

Fewell brings veteran leadership to a young defensive coaching staff.

The Carolina Panthers have hired former Jacksonville Jaguars secondary coach Perry Fewell to the same position on Ron Rivera’s staff, the team announced today.

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Fewell brings over a decade of experience as a secondary coach with him to Charlotte. His most recent position was as the secondary coach for the Jaguars, where he oversaw a unit that was among the league’s best in 2017. Fewell also has experience as a defensive coordinator and interim head coach, which will be valuable assets for a group of young assistant coaches.

Here are a quotes on today’s news by Fewell and Rivera, courtesy of Panthers.com:

Fewell:

“It’s a dream come true, so to speak,” said Fewell, who was born in Cramerton, N.C. “Coaching for your home team – what better joy could you get? I’m just excited to get to work.”

Rivera:

“With his background with coverages and technique I think he’ll be really good for us, especially for our young defensive backs,” head coach Ron Rivera said.

While he will be the unquestioned leader of the secondary, Fewell will not be the only secondary coach on staff next season. According to Rivera, Richard Rodgers will continue to work with the secondary in 2019, but will focus on the safety position.

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