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Richardson's subtle message: Win or else

By Pat Yasinskas
ESPN.com

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Without saying a word, John Fox and Marty Hurney issued a huge statement back on draft day in April. By giving up their 2009 first-round draft pick to jump back into the first round to get Pittsburgh tackle Jeff Otah, the coach and the general manager of the Carolina Panthers declared they have to win this season. After two straight disappointing seasons that came short of playoff berths, Fox and Hurney have pushed their poker chips to the center of the table and declared themselves all-in. ...

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