Cam Newton’s performance in the 2015 season is the greatest individual achievement in Carolina Panthers history.
Despite having to throw behind a porous offensive line to a weak group of wide receivers, Newton helped lead Carolina to a 15-1 record (the best in the NFL) during the regular season. He finished the year having thrown 35 touchdowns on a league-high 7.1% of his passes. Cam was equally impressive as a runner, totaling 636 rushing yards and 10 more touchdowns. He won the MVP award for his trouble.
Since he turns 31 years old today, it’s a good time to celebrate the peak of the Cam Newton-era Panthers.
.@CameronNewton's 2015 MVP season was LEGENDARY.
Happy 31st birthday, Cam! (via @nflthrowback) pic.twitter.com/GeVqPO9gG3
— NFL (@NFL) May 11, 2020
Seven weeks after his release Newton remains a free agent. The latest reporting suggests he still wants to start but he is now willing to consider a backup QB role.
At the very least, every team in the league except the Saints could use Newton to improve their backup situation.
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