Panthers set to hire Darrell Bevell as offensive assistant, associate head coach, AP source says | National Sports

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to hire Darrell Bevell as their new associate head coach and offensive specialist, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

Panthers head coach Dave Canales will continue to call plays, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the details of the contract have not been finalized.

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