A year-by-year look at Cam Newton’s time in Carolina

Cam Newton’s nine-year career with the Carolina Panthers came to an end on Tuesday when the team released him. Newton is only 30 years and leaves as the most visible face in the franchise’s 25-year history. Since being drafted No. 1 overall out of …

2013

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Panthers record: 12-4

If there were any doubts about Newton’s staying power or durability, he put it to rest with a NFC South title and a first-round bye in the playoffs. Though the Panthers would lose to the 49ers in the divisional round, it was clear that Newton was an elite quarterback.