The Panthers completely mismanaged Cam Newton’s injuries as well as the way they dealt with his release. However, he will have a much better chance to win in 2020 now that he’s found his new team. On Sunday evening we learned Newton has agreed to a one-year, incentive-heavy contract with the Patriots. While the pricetag is questionable, Cam’s chances of competing in New England are far better than they would have been in Carolina this year.
Newton’s MVP odds have also taken a dramatic jump. According to the latest figures available at BetMGM, Newton is now tied for the ninth-best odds to in the award along with Aaron Rodgers and Kyler Murray. Here is a look at the top 25.
Patrick Mahomes +375
Lamar Jackson +600
Russell Wilson +600
Dak Prescott +1200
Drew Brees +1600
Tom Brady +1600
Deshaun Watson +1700
Carson Wentz +1700
Cam Newton +2500
Aaron Rodgers +2500
Kyler Murray +2500
Baker Mayfield +2900
Philip Rivers +3200
Matt Ryan +4000
Christian McCaffrey +4000
Saquon Barkley +4000
Jimmy Garoppolo +4000
Kirk Cousins +4400
Ben Roethlisberger +4500
Derrick Henry +5000
Matt Stafford +5000
Josh Allen +5000
Jarrett Stidham +6000
Dalvin Cook +6500
Drew Lock +6500
As for Newton’s replacement in Carolina, Teddy Bridgewater is further down at +10000, tied with Aaron Donald, Alvin Kamara, Michael Thomas and several other players.
[lawrence-related id=625960]
[vertical-gallery id=625929]