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Tim Weaver

Panthers players share thoughts on coronavirus: ‘This is getting crazy fast!’

We try to keep it as light as we can here at Panthers Wire. Football is the top priority and everything comes in a distant second. Sometimes, real life intervenes and we have no choice but to sit up and take notice, though. Following yesterday’s series of developments about coronavirus (COVID-19), this is one of those times.

If it wasn’t already on your radar, the stituation became real for many Americans yesterday when the WHO officially declared it a global pandemic and the NBA suspended their season, even as live games were still going on. That prompted Panthers safety (for at least six more days) Tre Boston to share his thoughts on what’s been going on. Here’s how Boston and a few other Carolina players are reacting to the news.

FS Tre Boston

LB Jermaine Carter Jr.

RB Mike Davis

Former RB Jonathan Stewart

Former WR Torrey Smith

That’s a good usage of GIFs by Smith, but there’s no need to panic just yet.

Experts at the CDC are recommending to wash your hands often, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth and avoid contact with people who are sick. You can learn more here.

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