Panthers quarterback Cam Newton just dropped a bomb shell at radio row in Miami for Super Bowl LIV.
In an appearance with CBS Sports, Newton was asked if he’s sure he will return to the Panthers. He answered with a double “absolutely” and said he left his conversation with team owner David Tepper, general manager Marty Hurney and new head coach Matt Rhule feeling inspired.
Newton also said he feels he has a lot to prove. Watch.
"Are you going to be back in Carolina, are you sure you're going to be a Panther?" – @BrandonTierney
"Absolutely, absolutely." – Cam Newton pic.twitter.com/H9hg35eVKp
— CBS Sports Network (@CBSSportsNet) January 31, 2020
We had begun to worry about the potential of Newton leaving given what looks like a major rebuild underway, so this comes as a pleasant surprise.
Newton has one year remaining on his contract. When he was healthy in the first half of the 2018 season, he looked every bit as potent as he’s ever been. It will be fascinating to see what the team’s bright young offensive coordinator Joe Brady gets out of the former league MVP.
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