CHARLOTTE — Carolina Panthers Vice President of Operations Steven Drummond has resigned, as reported by the Athletics’ Joe Person.
The team released a statement on behalf of Drummond.
“With the changes this offseason, this seemed like a good time to transition to other interests,” Drummond said. “I have enjoyed my time with the Panthers.”
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Drummond joined the team in 2005 and was part of the search committee when the team hired Matt Rhule, who was fired this past season.
A reason for Drummond’s resignation has not been released.
The Panthers hold this year’s first pick in the NFL Draft.
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