(Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports - via Reuters). The quarterback reportedly suffered the injury in a win vs. the Falcons, but played through it the following week in a loss to the Patriots. Newton left the Panthers after a nine-year career in Carolina, completing 59.6 percent of his passes for 29,041 yards and 182 touchdowns to 108 interceptions. But until Newton officially calls it a day and hopefully retires as a Panther, those who idolize the signal-caller will always hold out hope. The Panthers rank second in the NFL in total defense, fourth in third-down percentage, and sixth in sacks remarkable improvements over a year ago. Carolina Panthers celebrate after defeating the Arizona Cardinals to win the NFC Conference Championship. Newton then played one season with the New. Newton isn't beyond the next two games, and since they're both on the road, it's easier to make the switch back to Darnold now. This team wants to win. He suffered a Lisfranc injury on a sack that ultimately ended his time with the Panthers in the first go around. The distraction is not just welcome, it's intoxicating, and in two. The Panthers head coach knows that is complicated since they're picking ninth, but made it clear his preference would be to find a rookie quarterback and build. It may feel like "only a few of us" but the vast majority of sane panthers fans loved Cam . A Charlotte firefighter tends to Carolina Panthers NFL football quarterback Cam Newton following a two-vehicle crash not far from the team's stadium in Charlotte, N.C. on Dec. 9, 2014. Newton reportedly received offers from one or two teams regarding a return to playing this season, according to Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340. Even if Newton is well past his prime and no longer the same player he was four years ago. "Hell, I want better.". Newton had gotten benched in that 32-6 loss and stood alone at the 25-yard line for most of the fourth quarter, hands clasped behind his back, watching the rest of the contest. At some point we just have to face the music and recognize that Newton might be done as the starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers. He made the Carolina Panthers relevant and impacted so many young fans and athletes. An NFL MVP award. You feel like damn, are you good enough?". Thats not much of a fitting ending, and thats only if he gets to play at all. Newton was a free agent because the Patriots surprisingly cut him Aug. 31. Yeah, that kid warming up in the commercial laughs at that too. Ravens linebacker C.J. Newton is not listed on the team's depth chart as of Sunday: P.J. In 2020, Newton signed a one-year deal with the Patriots and started all 15 games as their leading quarterback. In the aftermath of the draft, G.M. Newton stands to make $500,000 for each playoff win in which he plays at least 50 percent of the game; $1.5 million if Carolina reaches the Super Bowl and he plays 50 percent of the offensive snaps; and a $1 million bonus if selected the Super Bowl MVP. Newtons body has diminished and he is not the same player. They want to win now, they want to win this year, and they want to win next year. The Patriots, even after losing Brady, opted against a move as aggressive as trading for Newton. View photos from Cam Newton's career in Carolina from his rookie year in 2011 through 2019. I know that. The Panthers on Thursday agreed to terms (pending a physical) with veteran quarterback Cam Newton, giving them an opportunity to stabilize their offense at a time when so many other things. The one-year deal is worth up to $10 million . Quarterback Jimmy Clausen, the team's second-round pick in 2010, had thrown 3 touchdowns and 9 interceptions as the starter for most of what was one of the worst seasonsin franchisehistory. They gave him the opportunity to not only win the starting job for the. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. In that sense, he remains paired with Rivera, who was fired as Carolina's coach in December before taking the same job in Washington. With interim head coach Steve Wilks leading the way for a lowly organization, the current situation under center is not a favorable one, especially with the struggles of the Panthers passing game and the inability to convert third downs at a consistent rate. In 2020, there was a spot open for the leading quarterback at the Patriots after seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady left for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Schefter reports he also has playoff-heavy incentives built into his contract. Speculation about teams not being keen on his big personality making things difficult for their starting option was asinine. 1. Newton signed a one-year deal with the team worth up to $10 million, including $4.5 million fully guaranteed and a $1.5 million roster bonus, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday.. The Panthers began playing in 1995 and Richardson owned them until 2018, when he sold the team under pressure to current owner David Tepper. Trading a player who's technicallyinjured is difficult enough in a typical year. But with Mayfield, Sam Darnold, and Matt Corral, theres simply no room for Newton. This second go-around, it's just unfortunate, because you put so much work into trying to find ways to win, building relationships along the way. The Panthers were impressed with the Alabama quarterback after meeting him this week, and they've acknowledged the possibility of trading up to get in position for him. While he wasn't getting into his own future, the immediate seems to be taking care of itself. There is the argument that Newton could return with some time to prepare and potentially be half the signal-caller he was before the injuries began to take their toll. "That's why the Panthers . Last season when Darnold went down due to injury, the Panthers brought back their former franchise player Newton to help fill in. Really, no one could this team was too far gone. That's what they were hoping for when they spent the entire 2020 NFL Draft and significant resources in free agency and trades to bring in players such as Haason Reddick and Stephon Gilmore. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onCarolina Panthers and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. "There are four teams in the NFC with more than six wins. NFL.com reports Newton, if active, could play in a small package of plays. The Panthers have been rotating quarterbacks throughout the season, and Newton could regain control of the offense if Darnold struggles. Newton is not wanted by the Panthers and other NFL teams because he is a locker room cancer. Rhule hiredPhil Snow, his right-hand man throughthe duo'sprevious stops at Baylor and Temple, as defensive coordinator. "I was able to walk away unscathed. The former Auburn sensation has a good relationship with plenty of personnel within the organization and roster, which could also assist. Rookie Matt Corral is also out for the season with a Lisfranc foot injury. That has been life for the Panthers, really, for the past four years. The trade for Baker Mayfield likely slams that door shut. Newton reportedly signed to a one-year, $10 million contract a deal that simultaneously recognizes Newton's value to the team in the short term while still prioritizing Darnold in 2022 and beyond. At the same time, you're trying to build a Super Bowl-caliber team. Hence the familiarity with former New Orleans backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, whom the Pantherssigned to a three-year contract worth $63 million in free agency last week. ", As with his entire career, and recent press conferences, this one contained multitudes. Read what head coach Frank Reich said to the media during his press conference at the Combine on Wednesday. Observer experts pick the score, Want to watch the Carolina Panthers-Tampa Bay Buccaneers game on TV? There are no guarantees the 32-year-old Newton could be a long-term answer. Something Panthers fans need to realize, even with the injuries and uncertainty across the organization. The Panthers, for business reasons in what fundamentally is an entertainment business, were a good option. The NFL MVP of old is no longer and is in the past. (Photo by Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez). Its a shame that his career was slowly cut short by nagging shoulder injuries he suffered in 2016 and 2018. Newton won't start for Carolina in Week 17. Then theres the fact that Newton cant really be just a guy on the depth chart. The most pressing question now becomes whether Newton, who hasn't taken a snap since preseason, will be able to suit up against Arizona, let alone start. SPARTANBURG, S.C. Panthers quarterback Cam Newton said he has nothing to hide when it comes to testing for the human growth hormone. What followed after indicated Newton is no longer the same guy that used to fly over the trenches at the goal line, using his power and size to run over defenses en route to touchdowns, and slinging the ball 60-yards downfield on a rope. His return was well-highlighted after the first couple of weeks, including an emotional return to Bank of America Stadium in a loss to the then-Washington Football Team. With the coronavirus pandemic forbiddingNFL teamsto performphysicals on acquired players, 2020 is far from a typical year. Injuries suck but thats the reality of the NFL. "I see a lot of guys come up on the stage or the podium in a coward's way, directly or indirectly," he said. We're running our offense and Cam's going to come in and do what we do, but right now we're just focused on this game we're not looking ahead to anything right now.". Does Cam Newton still have what it takes to be a starter in the. 3-4-1 record. SIZE Quarterbacks may look smaller on the field, but that is only because they are surrounded by freakin' giants. Cam Newton (1) looks for a fan to give the ball away to after scoring against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of American Stadium on Sunday, November 5, 2017 in Charlotte, NC. All the teams in the NFL have named their 53-man roster, and Newton is not on any of those lists. The trade for Baker Mayfield likely slams that door shut. What is next for the Panthers under Wilks and general manager Scott Fitterer? Together again pic.twitter.com/PXGaVTvvZX. Endings usually arent tidy in the NFL. For Newton, there wasn't going to be a fairytale ending. The Buccaneers signed Tom Brady. The Ohio State product feels good about his ability as a passer and extending plays with his legs, but he's just as willing to put in the work to grow at the next level. See video, posts and updates straight from Indianapolis as Panthers leaders speak to the media. And when it doesn't happen, like right now, you feel empty. But Newton had been dealing with shoulder issues throughout 2018, and the Panthers finally shut him down after a Week 15 performance against the Saints in which he completed 16 of 29 passes for 131 yards, no touchdowns and one interception. "I started calling myself Cam Jackson in 11th grade. Newton can say goodbye on his own terms. I dont think so. His impact is still being felt today off the field. comparing him to dan marino, come on, that is 1 of the most ridiculous comparisons in history. He was the preeminent alpha male in a locker room full of alpha males. Since then, its been 7-9, 5-11, 5-11 and either 5-12 or 6-11 this season. Of all the knocks surrounding Newton fair or otherwise throughout his career, one thing that cannot be disputed is leadership and the esteem in which the quarterback is held among his peers. And that's hard for a lot of people. Who should stay, who should go, Who wins between Panthers, Bucs in season finale? He hasnt done more than rehab to the side. Cam Newton carries the football during a game against the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football at Bank of America Stadium on Monday, November 13, 2017. After starting his NFL journey in 2011, he was the face of the Panthers until, in 2020, he switched teams and played a season for the New England Patriots. Hes done. After that, the flashes of Newton were minimal at best. Such savings areidealfor a franchise looking to rebuild its roster, but they became vital when the Panthers signed Bridgewater. The same goes for . Sunday, Newton was 7-of-13 for 61 yards and an interception. Newton surely cravedan extension he publicly requested "a little commitment" in a NSFW Instagram video a few weeks ago and the Panthers were not willing to add years and dollars to the contract of a 30-year-old quarterback whose last two seasons were marred by injuries (more on those later), especially as they transitioned to a new offense. Days after signing the franchise's all-time passing leader, Newton is active for Carolina in his return to the. Not a team player and only causes distractions within the team. Carolina simply could not carry bothcontracts at the same time. The move allows the . Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Cam Newton probably didn't take off his helmet Sunday and yell to the crowd "I'm benched!" Two weeks after the former NFL MVP had declared "I'm back" after scoring a touchdown in his return to. Why has the NFL seemingly forgotten about former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton despite some suspect play around the league? CHARLOTTE Everyone has a plan. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez/Carolina Panthers, Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez/2015 Carolina Panthers, Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez/2017 Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez. (Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports) Cam Newton. The Bridgewater signing comes withcap number of $14 million for 2020, so with Newton included,the Panthers would have had$35.1 million on the books for a pair of quarterbacks, one of which was not in the plans for the future. That's always been the guy I looked up to." When asked if he is a better thrower of the football coming out of college than . After serving as a free agent for a few months, the Panthers took him in after their starting QB Sam Darnold sustained a shoulder injury mid-season. emotional return to Bank of America Stadium. 1 pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, a selection Carolina had acquired after finishing2010with a 2-14 record. The top pick in 2011 was an obvious choice for general manager Marty Hurney and first-year coach Ron Rivera because Heisman Trophy-winning Auburn quarterback Cam Newton was sitting atopthe board and waiting to save the Panthers. Cam has been terrible for some time. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic features Northwestern High School and Providence Day School. Florio's belief is not without validity. Social media reacts to Cam Newton's return to Carolina, NFL Throwback: Cam Newton's Top 10 plays in Carolina. But the likelihood is he wont. Translation: Carolina instantly became Rhule's team. Mayfield may not be in the best position to shrug at Newtons presence on the depth chart, if the Panthers trade Sam Darnold. The native son of the Carolinas brought football to his home region, changing the course of the history of two states. Yeah, that kid warming up in the commercial laughs at that too. Cam Newton is unlikely to play in Carolina's season opener, according to sources. 5:26 PM on Mar 2, 2023 CST. Enjoy retirement. According to a report from Ian Rapoport, Newton's contract is structured to give him $6 million in guaranteed money $4.5 million fully guaranteed and a $1.5 million roster bonus. See video, posts and updates straight from Indianapolis as Panthers leaders speak to the media. Carolina Panthers news fromFanSided Daily, 4 Panthers players who havent matched offseason hype in 2022, 4 changes making a big difference for Panthers under Steve Wilks, didnt rule out the prospect of Newton coming back, reportedly willing to accept on the right franchise, 4 former Panthers players that should follow Jeff Saturday's lead, Bowling Green vs. Toledo Prediction, Odds, Spread and Over/Under for College Football Week 12, Watch: Carolina Panthers legend tackles insane military obstacle course, Robbie Anderson aiming to put Panthers nightmare behind him, 3 reasons why the Dallas Cowboys should call Cam Newton. It's also what likely hinders teams from adding him as a backup.. Cam Newton passes during a game against the New Orleans Saints in the wild card round of the NFL playoffs at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Sunday, January 7, 2018 in New Orleans, LA. Cam Newton smiles against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018. In truth, the typical NFL quarterback is a big person. Put a fork in him Hes done for good.He was destined to fail after he didnt try to recover that fumble in the Supe rBowl. Arriving so late and learning. That doesn't necessarily mean Newton won't play, though. While the Panthers have PJ Walker and just-signed backup Matt Barkley on hand, the addition of Newton brings experience to an offense that already has plenty of weapons. This is not the Cam Newton Cam Newton's used to seeing. He then hired Joe Brady, a young-but-quickly rising assistant who helped LSU and Heisman-winning quarterback Joe Burrow earna national championship last season, asoffensive coordinator. But he could certainly be one of the league's more valuable backups. The game failed him to a certain extent and when the time comes, the debate will be rife about whether or not his exploits deserve a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Photograph: Joe Camporeale/USA Today Sports The quarterback was one of the most feared players in the league. The founder and former owner of the Panthers passed away on Wednesday night. The Patriots cut Newton, the N.F.L. But this isn't about the years to come, or the things he's done in the past. At a minimum, the starter would have to have a sufficiently strong grip on his job to not feel threatened by that. Just finding a job was not enough for the 2015 NFL MVP, who was looking for the right fit to start or land a backup role within an organization that possessed legitimate chances of contending. The Panthers (4-5) announced they've agreed to a one-year contact with Newton, bringing him. 1 overall pick fits the profile of a team that has been willing to move aggressively, including making 13 trades this calendar year alone. Walking into an offense with talented targets such as Christian McCaffrey and DJ Moore and Robby Anderson could allow for a quick transition, and the familiarity with the first two can only help. USA TODAY Cam Newton's return to the Carolina Panthers has gone from triumphant to turbulent. (Kirby Lee/NFL). However, the standard of quarterback play around the NFL this season makes it hard to fathom why former Carolina Panthers icon Cam Newton has been seemingly forgotten. MORE: Cam Newton contract details: How much is Panthers QB making in 2021? Carolina earned high marks in several key areas in survey, which rated various aspects of players' experience from strength coaches and the locker room to treatment of families. This was not the Cam Newton fans are used to seeing. But that would have felt gratuitous, Rhule said later, intimating that Newton wanted no part of such a gesture. His shoulder took a huge hit from TJ Watt and it was never the same. Tepper gave Rhule, who had no NFL head-coaching experience, a seven-year contract worth up to $70 million. Just after he signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers, his original NFL team, quarterback Cam Newton held a press conference.

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