CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have hired Seattle Seahawks vice president of football operations Scott Fitterer to become their new general manager.
The team said Fitterer agreed to a five-year contract late Thursday night after being offered a contract earlier in the day.
Panthers owner David Tepper called Fitterer the best fit for the organization.
Fitterer has been with the Seahawks since 2001, where he effectively operated as a co-assistant GM under John Schneider.
He has worked with three head coaches during that span, with his focus primarily on evaluating incoming college talent.