Cam Newton Returns To The Panthers
November 11th, 2021
Two games against the Bucs?
[UPDATE: 12:19 p.m.] An old foe is returning for two dates with the Bucs.
Blame the weak NFC and the expanded playoff format.
Word broke this morning from the Charlotte Observer newspaper that the Panthers plan to have talks with Cam Newton about returning to the franchise he led for nine years.
It seems Carolina isn’t too keen on chasing a playoff berth with P.J. Walker at quarterback while Sam Darnold’s shoulder recovers. And considering Darnold has 7 touchdown throws and 11 interceptions this season with a good receiving corps, Joe suspects the Panthers have little interest in him either.
The Panthers (4-5) now sit one-half game behind Atlanta (4-4) for the seventh and final playoff spot in the NFC. They also beat the Saints (5-3), so they have tiebreaker hopes there.
Joe hopes Carolina passes on Newton. Why? Because he’s a dangerous player who will be doing all he can to earn a massive free agent contract for 2022.
Newton has been on the street since the Belicheats cut him following the preseason. He played rather well in New England last season until he got The Sickness.
The Bucs face the Panthers in Weeks 16 and 18.
[UPDATE: 12:19 p.m.]Newton signed with the Stinking Panthers today.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:21 am
Another good player that is on the street because of his ego. Don’t get me wrong, he’s a good player and it’s not a crime to wear flashy clothes. But I remember a time when he was more focused on football than his wardrobe. He WAS the model citizen and future of the Panthers.
I wish him well, always thought he was a baller.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:33 am
We will have to play him twice over a 3 week span.
Hope the division is wrapped up by then.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:35 am
@Robert, with all due respect….Used to be a good player some years ago………ego + injuries destroyed this guy…..
November 11th, 2021 at 11:38 am
Cam harbors shoulder damage, which is why he couldn’t throw the ball worth a damn last season with the Patriots. I think there’s still football left in Cam, I just think he should change positions to TE or FB.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:43 am
Cam is an embarrassment to the NFL. The Duke of Douche.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:54 am
He’s not good….he’s washed up, physically and mentally. I think he still likes the fame and certainly the checks but his days of grinding are done. At the QB position, particularly starting QB, you have to be the hardest working. He was getting schooled by Mac Jones on a playbook he had more then a year of experience in. That tells you everything.
November 11th, 2021 at 12:01 pm
panthers went from 3-0 to 3 and 4 and nothing…
they are the worst team in the division right now – because atlanta is actually hot hot hot…
the falcons are quietly getting their sh!t together…
let’s see what they do against the cowboys this weekend…
and i tell ya, that pj walker guy is lucky to be in the league at all…he’s a toronto argonaut in my book…with all due respect he’s really not an nfl player but remains a panther for more than a minute…
almost as strange as ryan griffin slowly becoming a 10 year back up for the bucs without throwing a pass haha
November 11th, 2021 at 12:02 pm
typo:
panthers went from 3-0 to 4 and nothing
November 11th, 2021 at 12:07 pm
The NFC is not weak. By saying that you’re saying the AFC is stronger. The truth is they are pretty comparable at best as a whole (just in different areas). In fact, the top 6-7 teams in NFC are stronger than the top 6-7 teams in the AFC. The bottom half of the NFC conference, minus the Lions (but the AFC has the Texans too) are a little better than the AFC. The AFC is probably stronger than the NFC for the middle pack/group of teams. But there’s only 2 conferences to compare and the NFC is no weaker than the AFC as a whole. Also, where it matters most, the projected Playoff teams. I take the NFC teams over the AFC teams as a whole all day. Arizona, Rams, Bucs, Cowboys, Saints, Packers are better than the AFC’s too 6. Seahawks are a much better team w/ Russell Wilson at the helm too and almost beat the Saints w/o him. Heck the AFC’s top team lost to the Jets of all teams. Bills (losing to the Jags) and Chiefs both reeling. Bengals as well. Browns and Steelers lucky to be where they are. Chargers haven’t really impressed as much as expected. Colts losing record. Raiders in disarray. Broncos are not a 5-4 team, nor do they scare you. Ravens have been extremely lucky to win most of their games by 4th quarter comebacks and heroics and should’ve lost to one of the NFC’s 3-5 teams, etc. etc. Plenty more proof of this being the case too.
November 11th, 2021 at 12:23 pm
Is that a photo of Prince or little red riding hood?
November 11th, 2021 at 12:50 pm
sasquatch Says:
November 11th, 2021 at 11:43 am
Cam is an embarrassment to the NFL. The Duke of Douche.
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I find this very offensive.
November 11th, 2021 at 12:53 pm
Cam can play. He got a couple mental problems though…Who know, Going back to his old stomping ground might rejuvenate him somewhat. I would not count him out just yet.
November 11th, 2021 at 1:02 pm
He’s not the runner or passer that he once was….no worries
November 11th, 2021 at 1:04 pm
The NFC isn’t weak. Not even close to weak. Far superior to the AFC. The playoff format has nothing to do with Cam going to the P-Cats either. Cone on Joe. Put the pipe down and let reality soak in. It’s got everything to do with Darnold’s injury and Carolina’s desperation for a QB. Darnold was trash even before the injury. Anybody behind center, even PJ, is an upgrade for them. Maybe not Cam though. That guy looks like the second coming of Kaepernick strictly from a skills and athleticism erosion perspective.
November 11th, 2021 at 1:33 pm
I hate that he’s back with the Panthers but quite frankly it’s smart of the Panthers to sign him. He’s an instant upgrade.
November 11th, 2021 at 1:46 pm
He fruity.
November 11th, 2021 at 1:46 pm
Cleanhouse
Prince had more style in his little finger than that drag Queen has in his entire wardrobe..
November 11th, 2021 at 1:49 pm
bucs secondary will have 2 good games……….
November 11th, 2021 at 1:52 pm
Haha Doosh!
November 11th, 2021 at 1:53 pm
Not good. I knew Darnold going down was bad news. Even his back up had to be better. Newton can do some damage, and he has to us in the past. I’d rather he ended up in Houston, etc.
November 11th, 2021 at 2:12 pm
What REALLY sucks is if Carolina sneaks in, we could potentially have to play them 3 times is 4 weeks depending on the seeding.
November 11th, 2021 at 2:35 pm
Surprised no one linked him to the Bucs
November 11th, 2021 at 3:03 pm
This guy is washed up trash. Anyone who is concerned about him going to the Panthers needs to relax. The dude got cut in preseason. Cam is no threat to us so chill. I suspect we put an end to his season with the pounding he’ll get cause all he will do is try to run. Welcome back Cam can’t wait to see you lol
November 11th, 2021 at 3:24 pm
It’s all good. Cam wants to play football too.
It appears to me, the best part of the Panthers has been their defense.
But the Patriots just dealt with them. Probably a good template to follow, lol
November 11th, 2021 at 3:39 pm
I’m willing to play football too. If any team is looking for a, practice squad arm-chair QB.
November 11th, 2021 at 4:25 pm
LOL
November 11th, 2021 at 5:23 pm
Hahaha hahaha, he STINKS. The NFC is much stronger than AFC? Name one AFC team that can beat Rams, Bucs, GB & maybe AZ in SB?
November 11th, 2021 at 7:22 pm
Howard isn’t sure if Cam has transitioned yet, but just in case Howard would like to know Cams pronouns, so as not to offend anyone.
November 11th, 2021 at 8:03 pm
Good for Cam “ not my laptop “ Newton.
November 11th, 2021 at 9:01 pm
I respect him now because he stand against the JAB. Just like A Rod
November 11th, 2021 at 9:31 pm
Good grief. He’s a washed up hack. He played crappy last year. He’s afraid to take a hit, which is not really a knock because most of us would vomit after half the big hits he took and got up from. But the point is he is about as much of a threat as John Elway would be if he came back.
November 11th, 2021 at 11:18 pm
So this he and Russel Westbrook are fashionistas. Ok ok now every generation says it but wtf happens? Is the new cool to be as feminine as possible. What warped minds think their outfits are awesome. They look as stupid as can be. Can you believe they pay people to dress em like that. You can go to Walmart and find a better outfit. For cam girl peacock pixie dust. I
November 12th, 2021 at 1:04 am
Well, at least they can see what purse he decides to wear for Post-Game interviews ….
November 12th, 2021 at 3:34 am
Cam is sus
November 12th, 2021 at 12:29 pm
It doesn’t matter who the Panthers put under center a healed and healthy Bucs “D” with plummet the fool!
November 13th, 2021 at 1:25 pm
In his heyday I thought Cam was a terrific player. But he played a very physical style, fun to watch and effective but not good on his body.
I’m not sure how much he has left in the tank.