The NFL is more concerned with security inside the stadium, with police and National Guard patrolling outside. Although there were earlier reports that protesters might try to keep fans from the stadium, ESPN’s David Newton was reporting that fans were offering free hugs as they arrived mid-morning. Several Panthers fans offering free hugs in a tense environment in… https://t.co/i6tVUDvhaz pic.twitter.com/hqVjvY8MSp — David Newton (@DNewtonespn) September 25, 2016The ""free hugs" Panthers fans are delivering on their message. #BREAKING: Officers in riot gear mobilized outside Bank of America stadium for #MINvsCAR game. NOW: Officers confront 1st sign of protesters outside #MINvsCAR game.

Source: Washington Post September 25, 2016 14:35 UTC