Dave Canales is doing everything in his power to instill the right culture across the Carolina Panthers. His positive approach and boundless enthusiasm have been a breath of fresh air compared to previous regimes. At the same time, this is a results business.
The Panthers have been the butt of everyone's joke for too long. Canales and general manager Dan Morgan are slowly rekindling a competitive spirit and respect, but it's taking time. Players are still buying in and fighting hard. However, morale victories are wearing thin.
Their stunning fightback against the Miami Dolphins could be a turning point.