In a surprising move, the Carolina Panthers have announced their decision to part ways with vice president of player personnel, Adrian Wilson, after just one year with the team. The details surrounding the abrupt departure have now come to light, revealing that Wilson was arrested on June 1 at his home in Arizona on charges related to domestic violence. The charges against Wilson include assault, criminal damage, and disorderly conduct, all of which are misdemeanors.

The Carolina Panthers confirmed the development to Pro Football Talk earlier this week, stating their decision to terminate Wilson's position. The team's spokesperson, in compliance with the organization's policy on employee matters, commented, "Adrian Wilson will not continue in his position as Vice President of Player Personnel for the Carolina Panthers."

This move comes just a month after Cole Spencer was promoted within the organization, taking over the role of director of player personnel from Wilson, who had held the position since February 2023. Prior to joining the Panthers, Wilson served the Arizona Cardinals for two years as the director of pro scouting and an additional two years as vice president of pro scouting. In 2022, he temporarily assumed the role of Cardinals' interim co-general manager.

Wilson, now 44 years old, enjoyed a successful NFL career as a safety from 2001 to 2012, spending his entire 12 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals. He garnered numerous accolades during his playing career, including five Pro Bowl selections and an All-Pro distinction in 2009. Wilson played a major role in helping the Cardinals reach their first-ever Super Bowl in 2008 and was later inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2015.

David Tepper, the owner of the Carolina Panthers since 2018, has been associated with several high-profile dismissals within the organization. Three head coaches have been fired mid-season under Tepper's ownership, including last year's dismissal of Frank Reich after a 1-10 start. The Panthers' performance under Tepper's helm has been lackluster, with a record of 31-68 and no playoff appearances to date.

In an attempt to turn the tide, Tepper recently hired Dan Morgan as the new president of football operations/general manager and appointed Dave Canales as the head coach. With these new additions, Tepper hopes to bring about a winning era for the Carolina Panthers.