Cam Newton's return to the Panthers was more impactful than anyone (Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports) Cam Newton. Will the Panthers once again sign a deal with Newton for this season? Newton set a standard for how the future quarterback should look and play. So it's a balancing act of doing what's right long-term and trying to win at the same time. Its been complicated at times, but overall its been a blast. Cam Newton 's preseason debut will wait at least one more week. Register now! The visit to Dr. Anderson in Green Bay is to learn why his condition isnt improving, source said. Sam Darnold will start and may play the whole game unless he gets hurt. "Just trying to make big plays, just like Cam Newton and Lamar Jackson." 2 pick in the NFL Draft. 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. In the aftermath of the draft, G.M. The Panthers are 4-5 through nine weeks of play and currently in last place in the NFC South behind the Buccaneers (6-2), Saints (5-3) and Falcons (4-4). The one-year deal is worth up to $10 million . Cam Newton revealed the real story of why he was cut by the Patriots Cam Newton gives away a football and bracelet to fans during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018. Also, later in this article, fantasy football lovers will get to know whether Newton should be in their 2022 fantasy football draft. The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation supported the first-of-its-kind in Mecklenburg County project, which offers urgent care for behavioral health needs. Why the Panthers brought back Cam Newton - Carolina Panthers - Panthers.com It may feel like "only a few of us" but the vast majority of sane panthers fans loved Cam . 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. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Panthers: Cam Newton back after disastrous QB carousel, is hilarious A slew of injuries at the position could change things, obviously. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft and the 2015 NFL MVP, is officially back in the black and blue. Cam Newton Benched In Second Start With Panthers After Ugly Passing Days after signing the franchise's all-time passing leader, Newton is active for Carolina in his return to the. Inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic features Northwestern High School and Providence Day School. 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. Playing football is a long way off. May 25, 2022 9:12 AM EDT When the Panthers brought back Cam Newton last season, it was never a long-term play. The Panthers began playing in 1995 and Richardson owned them until 2018, when he sold the team under pressure to current owner David Tepper. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onCarolina Panthers and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. They want to win now, they want to win this year, and they want to win next year. The. Observer experts pick the score, Want to watch the Carolina Panthers-Tampa Bay Buccaneers game on TV? MORE: Cam Newton contract details: How much is Panthers QB making in 2021? In the aftermath of the draft, G.M. But that might be adversely affecting him: Newton didn't get much attention, but doesn't seem to be too bothered by it at this point. 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. One of the best things about Newton has always been the thrum of possibility every time he breaks the huddle. Then again, these Panthers don't exactly operate using rational thinking and conventional wisdom. 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. Its a shame that his career was slowly cut short by nagging shoulder injuries he suffered in 2016 and 2018. SPARTANBURG, S.C. Panthers quarterback Cam Newton said he has nothing to hide when it comes to testing for the human growth hormone. Please logout and login again. For two years Newton was an embattled quarterback dealing with an ongoing foot injury got him benched by Panthers in 2019, after he led to the Super 50 and earned the 2015 NFL MVP award that. Why did the Panthers cut Cam Newton? 3 reasons Carolina's QB move 5:26 PM on Mar 2, 2023 CST. Inconsistency at the quarterback position and erratic play have plagued the Carolina Panthers since Cam Newton's departure. A familiar smiling face will be back on the sidelines for Carolina on Sunday. NFL.com reports Newton, if active, could play in a small package of plays. . On Sunday, Cam was benched. 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. The Florida Gators quarterback has heard many discussed. Fowler has earned 20 national APSE writing awards and hosted The Observers podcast Carruth, which Sports Illustrated named 2018s Podcast of the Year. His new podcast and online series is called Sports Legends of the Carolinas and features 1-on-1 interviews with NC and SC sports icons. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. Cam Newton active for Panthers in return to team, three days after Its been a chaotic week for Carolina Panthers fans in both good and bad ways. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton screams as he runs out of the smoke during player introductions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, November 21, 2021. What is next for the Panthers under Wilks and general manager Scott Fitterer? Cams just getting started with us so well probably, more realistic to shoot for next week. The distraction is not just welcome, it's intoxicating, and in two. The trade for Baker Mayfield likely slams that door shut. Sam Darnold is not yet fully healthy from a high-ankle sprain. The move allows the . Given that he has turned down multiple requests the last two weeks to talk to the local media, he may also have already given his final statements as a Panther. CHARLOTTE, N.C Jerry Richardson, the Carolina Panthers founder and for years one of the NFL's most influential owners until a scandal forced him to sell the team, has died. drewlockrocks says: Why is he revered in the locker room? The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Learn how your comment data is processed. Maybe a simple phone call to the former face of the franchise could do the trickagain. "Jerry Richardson's contributions to professional football in the Carolinas are historic," Panthers owners David and Nicole Tepper said in a statement. Newton has been a free agent since August. Remember when he got destroyed in the Super Bowl and the narrative was, he WILL be back and multiple times? 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. Sporting News breaks down whether Newton will be able to take the field on Sunday vs. the Cardinals: Newton is expected to be active, according to Ian Rapoport, though coach Matt Rhule said it's not likely Newton plays vs. the Cardinals on Sunday. In 2021, Newton lost his starting QB seat in the Patriots to Mac Jones and was later released by them. 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. That it just so happened to be the franchise's top signal-caller of all time was a coincidence. Does he have a roster seat in the 2022 NFL? Rhule hiredPhil Snow, his right-hand man throughthe duo'sprevious stops at Baylor and Temple, as defensive coordinator. 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. quarterback Cam Newton got Richardson to dab during . But that doesnt mean Newton isnt at least deserving of a backup spot somewhere. Hes revered by teammates. With the coronavirus pandemic forbiddingNFL teamsto performphysicals on acquired players, 2020 is far from a typical year. Support my work with a digital subscription, Panthers founder, former owner Jerry Richardson leaves behind a complicated legacy, A nervous Kevin Durant debuts for Phoenix in Charlotte. He's choosing not to sign anywhere yet so he can make a fully informed decision about his future . "The guy makes big catches. "Our fans aren't paying money to watch us win in two years. You must be logged in to leave a comment. The Panthers do have a handful of plays ready for Newton they call them, appropriately, The Cam Plays. These are mostly for situations like third-and-1 or second-and-goal, and its unclear whether any of them will get used. A post shared by Cam Newton (@cameron1newton) on Aug 27, 2019 at 10:23am PDT. I would say probably not very likely," Rhule said Friday about Newton's availability. Jerry Richardson dies; Carolina Panthers' first owner also played in NFL Email Scott at sfowler@charlotteobserver.com or call him at 704-358-5140, Get in-depth, sideline coverage of Charlotte area sports - only $1 a month. The Cam Newton experiment and reunion mostly bombed for the Carolina Panthers last season, enough to the point that one would rationally believe the team would have less than zero interest in bringing him back in 2022. emotional return to Bank of America Stadium. Endings usually arent tidy in the NFL. Hell be broke in a couple of years, hes still better than Geno Smith, Marcus Mariota and Ryan Tannehill. Cam Newton visits various locations around Charlotte during his annual Santa Cam's Surprise Sleigh on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Benjamin has 21 catches, 329 yards and three TDs, an early candidate for Rookie of the Year. The arm isnt what it once was. MORE: Why Cam Newtonis returning to Panthers for a second act. In his last four games, he has a combined passer rating of 44.5, with a touchdown and five interceptions. Please logout and login again. Panthers coach Ron Rivera is hesitant to play Newton due to the rib injury he suffered in a preseason game last month against the New England Patriots, sources told Mortensen. They dont treat black mobile QBs like QBs, Justin Fields run and slide and is hit again, The Mayor of Trey Town, PlumDawg Millionaire. The former MVP quarterback agreed to a contract with the Panthers on Thursday morning, the team announced. The Patriots cut Newton, the N.F.L. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. I loved his energy and he was so fun to watch. He stood by on the sideline as Darnold played the late stages, watching helplessly as the game perhaps his last one here ended. Lots of teams right now in the NFL are trying to figure out how to get past .500, and have a good year and win in the second half of the year. The good is the franchise cutting ties with Matt Rhule, with the bad being the injuries that have begun to mount at quarterback. BOSTON (CBS) -- Two weeks ago, a euphoric Cam Newton shouted to the world that he was back. And with the way their defense is currently playing, raising the level on offense makes them a more difficult matchup in November and December. I floated a while ago that Cam Newtons days of throwing footballs for the Carolina Panthers could be over. Cam Newton celebrates after a touchdown during the game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, at Bank of America Stadium. "I'm just so let down because the city of Charlotte's been good to me. Instead of opting for Newton, there are many options available, with Justin Fields, Jameis Winston, Tua Tagovailoa, and Trevor Lawrence. Patriots Cut Cam Newton After Covid-Related Disruptions The Panthers signed Newton to a one-year deal on Thursday, giving him only two days of practice to get ready for the Cardinals. 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. But the player didnt do enough to completely remove Darnold from the equation and has been searching for a new home ever since. Yeah, that kid warming up in the commercial laughs at that too. This team wants to win. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. By playing Darnold in the home finale, the Panthers began looking forward, at a player who is under contract for next year. In truth, the typical NFL quarterback is a big person. Cam Newton is back with Carolina. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is reportedly not close to getting back on the football field. 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. Newton is not wanted by the Panthers and other NFL teams because he is a locker room cancer. Cam Newton, Panthers. Head coach Frank Reich and general manager Scott Fitterer plan on speaking with the veteran quarterback again next week after Tuesday's meeting in Indianapolis. For Newton, this game will be his 133rd with Carolina, and most likely his last. An NFL MVP award. Cam Newton during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, September 23, 2018. But he could certainly be one of the league's more valuable backups. Because the Panthers had decided they were going to part with Newton, ideally, they would have received some compensation from another team rather than an outright release. But while the 44-year-old Brady never seems to age, Newton has looked a like a man whose play is not what it was. Newton is not listed on the team's depth chart as of Sunday: P.J. View photos from Cam Newton's career in Carolina from his rookie year in 2011 through 2019. He has authored or co-authored eight books, including four about the Carolina Panthers. But mostly Newton is about to stand on the sideline once again for a 5-11 team that has lost six in a row. Other underperforming quarterbacks around the league three of whom have turned out for Carolina in recent seasons still get countless chances to prove themselves while hes left on the outside looking in. "Today was just a walkthrough. The Saints didn't sign Cam Newton, and now he's back with the Panthers Newtons body has diminished and he is not the same player. Newton remains the best quarterback to ever play in Charlotte and is a total Panthers legend. Photograph: Joe Camporeale/USA Today Sports The quarterback was one of the most feared players in the league. Scott Fitterer told #PFTPM that Newton could possibly return again to the Panthers. Well see what happens as the season winds down, but I think theres a very high chance Newtons days as the starting quarterback for the Carolina Panthers are over. Mosley noted the Panthers run distracting motions and shifts to pull defensive playmakers away from Newton's designed runs. And clearly, the opportunity is there for this to make a significant impact. Inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic features Northwestern High School and Providence Day School. 1 overall draft selection in 2011 has done for the organization is nothing short of spectacular. 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. and even when the offense messed a play up, Cam would turn it in to a 15yd gain. Everyone else is about like us. He has played for 11 seasons, primarily with the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). And how quickly you react can make all the difference. The trade for Baker Mayfield likely slams that door shut. Cam Newton Remains in Play for the Panthers His uniform will likely be clean, his dignity intact, his future uncertain. Christian McCaffrey celebrates a touchdown with Cam Newton against the Seattle Seahawks at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, November 25, 2018. A good bet, though, given how messy his breakup with the Panthers became: Don't be surprised ifCarolina's list of 2020 opponents is a factor in Newton's next move. Newton, who finished 21 of 37 for 233 yards with one touchdown and an early interception in the red zone, said he doesn't know why the Panthers can't win close games. Newton has been absolutely horrendous in his last several starts. He had a 33-yard run against the Bucs and showed he can still make plays in that part of the game, but it's not working in the passing game, which is why Darnold was playing. The Panthers have been rotating quarterbacks throughout the season, and Newton could regain control of the offense if Darnold struggles. Its a shame that Newton may never win a Super Bowl as a starter or even a backup. The Panthers are left with QB Baker Mayfield and PJ Walker. 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. Who should stay, who should go, Who wins between Panthers, Bucs in season finale? AP Photo/Stephan Savoia. Under the ownership of David Tepper, who purchased the team in 2018 amid allegations of sexual misconduct on the part of former owner and team founder Jerry Richardson, Carolina is experiencing a complete organizational overhaul. What the No. 1. 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. The Carolina Panthers didn't wait long to put Cam Newton on the active roster. Simply put, Cam Newton is where he is today because his body could not exactly withstand everything the Panthers asked it to. The native son of the Carolinas brought football to his home region, changing the course of the history of two states. When I first got here, it was a lot of uncertainty about how long I'd be here. He will always be revered in the Carolinas. But that hasnt stopped the NFL from forgetting about what a dynamic figure prime Cam Newton was at the peak of his powers in the hope others with fewer credentials can pick themselves up off the canvas. "I started calling myself Cam Jackson in 11th grade," Richardson said Friday at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis. While it might be hard to admit, Newton is at the end of his career. Newton has started 139 games in the NFL, including 15 last year for the Patriots after his nine years in Charlotte, an era that included a Super Bowl run in 2015. Including Cam Newton. Now, in theory, Newton could land with any of those teams as an unrestricted free agent. It sold tickets and created excitement. I like to think of Cam as the quarterback in his prime in Carolina who visited a dying boys Halloween party and brought an ice cream truck with him. The Panthers didnt rule out the prospect of Newton coming back following his bombshell return to the franchise ahead of Week 10 in 2021. During the 18-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 17, the Panthers trotted out Newton for a single snapa rush which resulted in a 5-yard gain. 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. Rapid Reactions: Panthers fall to Buccaneers, 32-6, Matt Rhule speaks about game against Tampa Bay, Cam Newton expresses frustration after Sunday's game against Tampa Bay. Cam was overrated most of his career. "Football has been good to me," Newton said early in the press conference, after he was asked a question about rotating with Sam Darnold in a 32-6 loss to the Buccaneers. . Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton screams as he runs out of the smoke during player introductions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, November 21, 2021. 1 pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, a selection Carolina had acquired after finishing2010with a 2-14 record. Then the Titans re-signed Ryan Tannehill to a long-term deal. Come back and see us sometime. Right now, 2023 NFL draft prospect Anthony Richardson is a self-salesman as much as he is a quarterbackeven if that means putting himself above his childhood idol. The former Auburn sensation has a good relationship with plenty of personnel within the organization and roster, which could also assist. 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. 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. Why Cam Newton Returning to the Panthers Wouldn't Work Let's dive deeper and get to know all about Cam Newton's 2022 season. Cam Newton comes to the end of road with Panthers, again | Myrtle Beach That may be why New England cut him rather than opting to keep him as a cheap and useful backup for then-rookie Mac Jones. Is Cam Newton still playing football? - sportskeeda.com The news of Cam Newton's release from the Patriots was shocking, but it didn't catch anyone off guard. Part of me believes that there is still some juice left in the tank. It seemed most people had a take or a theory ready about why head coach Bill Belichick. 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. There was so much potential for the Heisman Trophy winner to be one of the more successful players the league has ever seen. It has been a wonderful career that seems to have had an unfavorable culmination, one that fans will continue to ponder, what-if?. #Panthers QB Cam Newton hasnt played since mid-September & his sprained foot is not getting better. Be the first one to comment on this story. Cam Newton produces touchdowns on first two plays back with Carolina Last year, the Panthers brought back quarterback Cam Newton for a second stint. Last season when Darnold went down due to injury, the Panthers brought back their former franchise player Newton to help fill in. He completed just 53.8 percent of his passes. Whether or not Cam Newton can save the Carolina Panthers' sinking season remains to be seen. So Newton is about to leave the Panthers for good, as a backup, on the road. Report: Carolina Panthers Unlikely to Sign Derek Carr That scenario eventually revealed itself to beimpossible. When it was over, Newton quickly ran to midfield and hugged Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, just a couple of former league MVPs greeting each other after a game. Sunday, Newton was 7-of-13 for 61 yards and an interception. Im telling you, you cant make up a lie this good, Newton said at the time. He made the Carolina Panthers relevant and impacted so many young fans and athletes. The Panthers named Sam Darnold as the starter with Newton as his primary backup. Cam Newton released by Panthers after trade pursuit fails - New York Post Before serving as the Tigers' passing game coordinator in 2019, Brady spent two years with the Saints as an offensive assistant. Last year, the Panthers brought back quarterback Cam Newton for a second stint. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. Newton was entering the final season of the five-year contract extension he signed in the summer of 2015, months before he led the Panthers to Super Bowl 50. BOSTON (CBS) -- Cam Newton's return to Carolina didn't end up going as well as he had hoped. r/panthers on Reddit: Cam Newton Casually Sitting In The William and Fitterer and head coach Frank Reich also touched on other needs the team has, and what the priorities are for the coming weeks during their interviews at the combine. Tepper in January hired Matt Rhule to replace Rivera as Panthers coach, and in doing so, the team owner took a significant leap of faith. This is not the Cam Newton Cam Newton's used to seeing. Bringing back the former No. Steve Smith visits Cam Newton during Panthers practice on Thursday, September 6, 2018. The addition ofBridgewater'scontractledto the release of Newton. But this isn't about the years to come, or the things he's done in the past. He said discipline is the key to countering . Kind of sad. Father time has caught up though and he is no longer good enough, Got alligator arms in the Super Bowl and has always been more concerned about what hat and outfit he wears than actually trying to be a professional. Newton was released Tuesday just a week after the Panthers announced they had given the 30-year-old . Cam Newton has always had one of the biggest personalities in the NFL. He never made excuses or complained about the inherent unfairness of life in the NFL. Cam Newton smiles against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018. But the likelihood is he wont. There's absolutely no getting away from that. There are no guarantees the 32-year-old Newton could be a long-term answer. His performance at NE was always panic and flop sweat or improvising because he didnt know who the secondary receivers were or the routes. Newton isnt. Carolina Panthers founder Jerry Richardson dead at 86 Theres absolutely no getting away from that. Cam Newton does not have to seek a trade any longer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Panthers will meet with free agent quarterback Derek Carr this week at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, according to a person familiar with the . Newton recently made the case to still be a starter. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) Cam Newton. After going 0-5 as a starter behind a bedraggled Carolina offensive line in November and December, Newton will begin Carolinas season finale on the bench. He was 86 . Cam Newton contract details: How much is Panthers QB making in 2021. The Buccaneers signed Tom Brady. There was opportunities for us to move the ball.". Tepper gave Rhule, who had no NFL head-coaching experience, a seven-year contract worth up to $70 million. 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. Cam Newton finds redemption in his comeback game vs. Cardinals Though the quarterback said he gained some "closure" and learned a lot about himself over the past. But even while trying to keep it from sounding like a benediction, the Panthers quarterback gave the impression he wasn't sure he'd ever pass this way again.