Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper’s patience with general manager Scott Fitterer evaporated three seasons after the executive was hired to run the organization’s football operations. Tepper fired Fitterer on Monday after the Panthers posted a 2-15 record in the 2023 season. The team finished the campaign with back-to-back shutout losses. “As we move forward with the new direction for our franchise, I have made the decision that Scott Fitterer will no longer serve as our general manager,” Panthers owner David Tepper said in a team-issued statement. “I appreciate Scott’s efforts and wish the …