The 1997 Carolina Panthers season was the franchise's 3rd season in the National Football League and the 3rd under head coach Dom Capers.
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 Monday Night Football for the first time in franchise history.
[1] Front office Head coaches Offensive coaches Special teams coaches Strength and conditioning
[2] Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams 53 active, 5 inactive, 3 practice squad Reserve