CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Carolina Panthers logo has replaced the NFL shield at mid-field after more than 20 seasons.

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Chopper 9 flew over Bank of America Stadium early Friday afternoon.

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The team polled fans about what to put on the 50-yard line.

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