NFLPA Survey Ranks Panthers' Tepper Last Among NFL Owners

The NFL Players Association's annual survey revealed significant insights into player satisfaction across the league, highlighting the Carolina Panthers' ongoing struggles under owner David Tepper. Tepper received a D- grade, placing him 31st among NFL owners, with players criticizing his commitment to building a competitive team and investing in facilities, ranking him 32nd in that category. The Panthers' overall team ranking dropped to 25th out of 32, primarily due to issues with facility space, declining travel conditions, and the controversial use of turf instead of grass. Conversely, the Minnesota Vikings excelled, ranking second overall thanks to positive scores in various categories including locker room quality and family treatment. The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions also performed well, with the Packers ranking seventh and the Lions making the top ten under head coach Dan Campbell's leadership. The survey serves as a pivotal tool for advocating improvements and guiding potential free agents regarding team environments.