Category: NFL

Reading Time: 2 minutesCam Newton was the last significant free agent signing NFL fans around the league were anxiously awaiting. The New England Patriots signed the 31-year-old quarterback to a 1-year deal worth up to $7.5 million. Newton is now the second Auburn quarterback on the roster for this season as he joins 2nd-year backup Jarrett Stidham. It is unknown right now whether Newton will be the Patriots starter at the start of this season, as Bill Belichick will most likely make Cam prove himself to earn his spot. The former 1st overall pick played for the Panthers from 2011-2019. In 2015, Newton won season MVP and lead his team to the Super Bowl. Although they ultimately lost to the Broncos, this successful season shows Newton is capable of leading a winning team deep into the playoffs. During Newton’s nine years with Carolina he threw for over 3,000 yards in every year except 2019- in which he was injured. His large 6’5, 245 lb. frame allows him to fire passes into tight spaces and make deep, accurate throws. Newton is most known for his mobility. He had over 100 rush attempts in 7 of 9 seasons in Carolina, rushing for an average of 600 yds. per season (excluding 2019). The quarterback mobility factor will be new to the eyes of Patriots fans who’ve been watching Tom Brady stay in...