C3 Video Podcast: Panthers and NFL are International

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CarolinaCatChronicles.com crew talks NFL and Panthers football with British sports writer and Panther fan, Dan Rawlinson.  C3 crew wants to know how the Carolina Panthers have found their way into the UK sports world and the possibility of the NFL expanding there in the future.  We'll also talk Panther camp news and Robert Lester's potential purchase of a pet alligator.  Be sure to tweet us using the hashtag #C3 with any questions and will try to work it in.

The Growth of the NFL in the UK

In the midst of the World Cup and wake of U.S. exciting last moment win against Ghana, the States have been abuzz with talk of the rise of futbol in America.  As we attempt to adopt futbol others around the world are adopting football.  Here's a take from C³ contributor Daniel Rawlinson, a UK sports commentator and, most importantly, a Carolina Panthers fan. Give him a warm welcome by checking out his story, leaving a comment, and following him on Twitter @DanRawly

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Recently I have been questioned as to why I follow American Football, and in particular what drew me into being a Carolina Panthers fan. Quite simply I love the NFL for all the same reasons any avid follower of the sport will. It’s brutality in the tackles. It’s speed. The athleticism of the players. The technique required to provide the endless entertainment. In short, much of the same reasons the British public follow ‘soccer’.