The 1997 Carolina Panthers season was the franchise's 3rd season in the

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and the 3rd under

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. They failed to improve upon their 12–4 record in 1996, and make it to the playoffs for the second time in franchise history and finished 7–9. The Panthers appeared on

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for the first time in franchise history, where they faced the Dallas Cowboys and won by a score of 23–13.

Offseason

NFL Draft

Personnel

Staff

Roster

Schedule

Standings

References

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