Ron Rivera, Panthers share congratulations for Thomas Davis, Greg Olsen on retirement
Two Panthers legends retired today. In a joint ceremony at Bank of America Stadium, former Carolina linebacker Thomas Davis and tight end Greg Olsen both signed one-day contracts, going out with the franchise that defined their respective careers in the NFL.
As you can imagine, it’s been an emotional day for everybody involved, from Davis and Olsen themselves, to the Carolina fanbase and their former teammates and coaches. Here’s what former Panthers head coach Ron Rivera and others have been sharing on Twitter.
Ron Rivera
I couldn’t have been more blessed to have coached great men like @ThomasDavisSDTM & @gregolsen88 Congrats on incredible careers. You made our time together w/@Panthers special. Love & respect, Coach Ron. #teammatesforever pic.twitter.com/GpV1oXLEzP
— Ron Rivera (@RiverboatRonHC) March 11, 2021
Jonathan Stewart
My guys! The legends! Thomas davis and Greg Olsen! Mr reliable and the mayor!
— Jonathan Stewart (@Jonathanstewar1) March 11, 2021
Charles Johnson
Not gonna cry 😢 nope I’m not, TD gets up 😭😭😭😭
— charles johnson (@randywattson) March 11, 2021
Tre Boston
I knew @ThomasDavisSDTM would have a Custom Suit on but I wasn’t expecting this! It’s only right! 🔥🔥🔥 https://t.co/vnXqnyFPbJ
— Tre Boston (@TreBos10) March 11, 2021
Jermaine Carter Jr.
Greg Olsen taught me to have patience in coverage cause when I first got there he kept getting me with this subtle move at the top of the route IYKYK 😂
— Jermaine Carter Jr. (@JERMA1NECARTER) March 11, 2021
Shaq Thompson
Proud of my lil bro @ThomasDavisSDTM love u kid. 😂😂 https://t.co/ttb0N6udQy
— Shaq Thompson (@ShaqThompson_7) March 11, 2021
We would also like to extend our congratulations to both Davis and Olsen. It was a joy and an honor to cover them for at least a part of their careers.
