Rain Doesn’t Stop Panthers Fans from Big Game Against Colts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — “Oh this is everything, this is Monday night football. Like Cam said last night, you hear that ‘Da-da-da, da-da-da!’ and it’s just, the excitement is unbelievable for the city, “says Allyson Seymour.Β
Thousands braved the wet roads, mud puddles and long lines to cheer on the Panthers.Β
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“If it’s raining, snow, raining tennis balls flying out of the air, we’ll be here,”Β says Jake Allen.Β
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The team’s 6 and 0 record creating an excitement even rain can’t stop. And it shows, some dressed in ponchos, rain gear and superhero outfits.
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“I’m Captain Kuechly, I got a Captain America shield on the back,” says Captain Kuechly.Β
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But nothing tops this Panthers fan who took a 16-hour train ride after his car broke down on his way to Charlotte.Β
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“I paid over $650 for the rail accommodations, hotel room, I even left my car on the side of the road to get here. Yes, ma’am, all worth it. Go Panthers nation!” says John Cooley.Β
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The Panthers’ undefeated record shining a bright light on the Queen City.Β
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“If we didn’t have the home field advantage, it be like any other game, that’s nationally televised game.Β Big for us, we getting exposure now,” says Jamie Mayberry.Β
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“They’re probably looking at Charlotte like one of your bigger NFL cities, like the Patriots more national, more recognized. Now after this season, ” says Madison Weaver.
