Frank Reich, at 64 years old, has accepted the head coaching position with the Carolina Panthers, a move he acknowledged might seem "a little backwards" given the team's current rebuilding phase. Reich expressed that he was drawn to the challenge of revitalizing the Panthers organization, recognizing that the task would not be simple. He stated his attraction to the job stemmed from the understanding that returning New York—referring to the Panthers' status as a struggling franchise needing significant turnaround—to prominence would require substantial effort.

This decision comes after Reich was previously dismissed by the Indianapolis Colts during the 2022 season. The Panthers finished the 2022 season with a 7-10 record, marking their seventh consecutive losing season. Reich emphasized his commitment to the long-term process required to establish sustained success in Carolina.

His hiring signals a new direction for the franchise as they aim to overcome recent struggles and build a competitive roster in the NFC South.