The Carolina Panthers could be looking for a new coach if Ron Rivera fails to make the playoffs this season. The Panthers have gone as far as to set up a potential coaching search already, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Carolina Panthers reportedly begin coaching search
The Panthers may already be positioning themselves to move away from Ron Rivera.
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Heading into Week 5, Rivera has a 14-21 record as head coach of the Panthers. He was hired following the 2011 dismissal of John Fox and finished his first season at 6-10. Carolina improved to 7-9 last season and won five of their last six games. The team has started 1-2 this season and is coming off a bye following a 38-0 thrashing of the New York Giants.
The Panthers will face the 2-2 Cardinals in Week 5, but they have a favorable schedule moving forward with the Vikings, Rams and Buccaneers on tap. For Rivera, taking advantage of the Panthers' weak schedule will be the key to holding onto his job.
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