Panthers HC Ron Rivera Says He Called Timeout to Test Bears Kicker Elliott Fry

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera used a strategic timeout during Thursday's preseason opener to help the Chicago Bears.

Per ESPN's Jeff Dickerson, Rivera admitted after the game he called a timeout before Bears kicker Elliott Fry attempted a 43-yard field goal to help head coach Matt Nagy's evaluation process.

"You know what is funny, I did that to help the Bears because they are in a kicking contest," Rivera said.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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