Panthers Quotes

"The goal of the government was to get all the leaders of the Black Panther Party in jail so that they could be killed systematically through prison violence, and that way they could stop what was a very powerful and evolving movement. I don`t think we would have the kind of prison population now and what happens in this country with the gangs if the Panthers had been allowed to continue what they decided to do, which was basically empower black communities to take back their self control and reestablish the dignity of being a black person in this country" - on the Black Panthers movement of the 1960s

I just know we`re ecstatic about the opportunity to come down with probably a younger group of guys than we had in Toronto and a great goaltender in Luongo. We feel we can make an impact and make the Florida Panthers a better hockey team.

Dan is a very loyal guy. When he hired me, he explained to me that his goal was to get a contract extension done and remain with the Panthers.

It makes too much sense for our cities to market themselves as one to the rest of the country. Think of how the Carolina Panthers first began marketing themselves. They weren`t the Charlotte Panthers. Now they draw from the whole state and South Carolina.

(Starting cornerback Will Peterson, out since spraining an MCL Aug. 20 against the Panthers, continues to improve and might get significant playing time even if he doesn`t start. ... The Giants` three promising draft picks, running back Brandon Jacobs, defensive end Justin Tuck and cornerback Corey Webster, all of whom had great exhibition seasons, are anxious to get going. Jacobs, 6 feet 4, 267 pounds, has generated the most enthusiasm among the fans even though Derrick Ward will back up Barber.) I`m not worried about Sunday, ... I`ll be very calm before the game. And when coach yells for 27, 27 will be there.

With a new (NBA arena) opening around the corner, I think the Panthers are going to be even more aggressive with hospitality and sponsorships and all the rest, ... Competition tends to force everyone to get better. I certainly see that happening here.