Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams said the team plans to release him after nine seasons. Williams told Charlotte television station WBTV Monday that he was informed of the decision in a meeting last week with general manager Dave Gettleman and coach Ron Rivera. Panthers spokesman Steve Drummond confirmed the meeting, but said the team hasn't released Williams and there would be no action taken on Monday. Although Williams is the franchise's all-time leading rusher with 6,846 yards, his production dropped off this past season.
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