Beyond the Gridiron: Panthers’ Rico Dowdle Commits $5 Million to Build ‘Puppy Haven’ Sanctuary for Charlotte’s Strays
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — On Sundays, Rico Dowdle is known for his explosive speed and ability to break tackles as a running back for the Carolina Panthers. He is a figure of physical dominance, grit, and intensity. However, on Tuesday morning, the city of Charlotte saw a very different side of the NFL star—one defined not by aggression, but by profound tenderness.

A Promise to the Voiceless
Inside the Sanctuary
Redefining Success

