When the SIFL folded, the team joined the Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL) in 2012.

In February 2014, the team was kicked out of their home arena by the city manager after claims they defaulted on their lease.

The Panthers finished their 2012 regular season at 10–2, with their two losses coming on the road and by a combined score of three points, clinching the #1 seed in the playoffs.

Winners of two straight championships, the Panthers looked to make it three in a row after many of the players who had committed to retire un-retired.

The Panthers started the season with three straight wins, were the last unbeaten team in the league, and appeared to be on their way to continuing their dominance.

The season quickly turned awry however, after the Panthers lost three straight road games to even their record at 3–3.

However, during that time they would have their 15-game home win streak snapped and lose franchise player and indoor veteran Antwone Savage to a career-ending leg injury.

Wide receivers Defensive linemen Defensive backs Kickers Exempt list Practice squad The following is a list of all Panthers players who won league awards: In their three years of existence, the Albany Panthers have established themselves as a dominant home team.

[10] The Lions are one of only two teams to ever beat Albany at home during the regular season, However, the Panthers currently lead the series 8–4.

The band performs during pre-game, halftime, and post-game, as well during the game itself, primarily in response to key plays and scores.