Fred Lane was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Panthers before the 1997 NFL season. He set a then-team record that year with a 147 rushing yard performance. During his three years with the Panthers, he accumulated 2,001 rushing yards (the most in franchise history at the time) and 13 touchdowns. On July 6, 2000, Fred's wife, Deidra Lane shot and killed Lane. Fred Lane has hand signed this Carolina Panthers 8x10 Photo. Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports Collectibles.