Panthers running back apologizes for fight during game, says actions were ‘out of character’

Carolina Panthers operating again D’Onta Foreman stated his actions in a combat with Marcus Davenport have been “out of character.”

Foreman hit the New Orleans Saints defensive finish after the 2 exchanged phrases after a play Sunday.

Davenport appeared to hit Foreman first, however the operating again retaliated with an open hand hit to the face masks.

Each have been ejected for his or her roles within the melee, and Foreman apologized afterward.

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“To the group, my teammates, and our superb followers, I sincerely and really apologize for my actions in yesterday’s sport and never being obtainable,” Foreman stated in a press release. “My actions have been completely out of my character. “I’m deeply regretful of every little thing that occurred and guarantee you it’ll by no means occur once more. I completely love being a Panther and wholeheartedly sit up for this journey collectively.”

Officers threw flags and known as unsportsmanlike conduct penalties on each gamers. The officers then ejected each gamers from the final sport of the season.

Foreman was then seen yelling one thing throughout the sphere on his method out.

Carolina received the sport, 10-7, on a discipline purpose as time expired. The Panthers and Saints each completed the season 7-10.

D’Onta Foreman (33) of the Carolina Panthers reacts after being disqualified through the third quarter towards the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome Jan. 8, 2023, in New Orleans. 
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Foreman turned Carolina’s high again after the crew traded Christian McCaffrey to the San Francisco 49ers. In 11 video games after the deal, Foreman averaged 4.59 yards per carry (191 makes an attempt, 877 yards) scoring 5 touchdowns.

Fox Information’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.