Panthers strike it lucky as Commanders choose sentiment over substance

Carolina Panthers assistant quarterbacks coach Mike Bercovici | Chris Unger/GettyImagesThe Carolina Panthers' success was always going to come at a price.

Struggling teams around the league always look to the more successful franchises, picking off some talented coaches to potentially turn their fortunes around. It's been a long time since the Panthers were in such a position, so it's a testament to how far the project has come over the last two years.

That proved to be the case when the Washington Commanders requested permission to speak with Mike Bercovici about their vacant quarterbacks coach position. He's highly regarded in the building, working closely behind the scenes to help Bryce…