<p>Former Carolina Panthers tackle Jordan Gross looks over the field during an NFL football practice at their training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., July 28.</p>
August 9, 2014
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Still Gross, but much lighter
Former Fruitland, Panthers lineman transforms himself
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Fans don't recognize him as often. Former teammates joked when they saw him at training camp. And his kids are excited that he can easily put on his seat belt.