Fantasy Player Profile
@TB: #18 vs opposing QB - 17.29 FPA
| Passing | Rushing | Fum | Fantasy | |||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | @HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | @ARI, | 8 | 1 | - | 14 | 1 | - | 11.72 |
| 11 | WAS, | 189 | 2 | - | 46 | 1 | - | 26.16 |
| 12 | @MIA, | 92 | - | 2 | 5 | 1 | - | 6.18 |
| 13 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | ATL, | 178 | - | 1 | 47 | 1 | 1 | 13.82 |
| 15 | @BUF, | 156 | 1 | 1 | 71 | 1 | - | 23.34 |
| 16 | TB, | 61 | - | 1 | 42 | - | - | 4.64 |
| 17 | @NO, | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | 0.50 |
| 18 | @TB, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 9
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- 1126.16
- 126.18
- 13
- 1413.82
- 1523.34
- 164.64
- 170.50
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Open to backup job
Newton said Monday that he's open to accepting a backup role in the future, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Newton is a pending unrestricted free agent, and though his reunion with Carolina proved to be a disappoitment, he has at least proven that he's back to full health and still a dangerous threat on the ground. Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports that Newton wishes for his next home to be with a competitive team, rather than a 5-12 operation such as the Panthers, who finished the 2021 regular season at the bottom of the NFC South standings.
Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Plays one snap
Newton rushed for five yards on his only snap played in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Newton hardly saw the field in a close game despite Sam Darnold struggling to move the ball. While Newton should remain available, coach Matt Rhule said Monday he expects Darnold to be the starter Week 18 versus the Buccaneers, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. That situation makes Newton's involvement difficult to project, especially after Sunday's season-low snap count, but he potentially could be a factor in favorable running situations, including in the red zone.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Could have goal-line role
Newton could be used in short-yardage and goal-line situations Sunday against the Saints, but coach Matt Rhule didn't elaborate on roles beyond naming Sam Darnold as the starter for Week 17, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Newton wasn't doing much as the starter, in any case, even with his rushing stats factored in. While Darnold doesn't figure to be a whole lot better overall, his style of play at least appears more favorable for the pass catchers, apart from his lack of chemistry with Robby Anderson. Newton could poach some goal-line looks this Sunday but isn't likely to get many pass attempts.
Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Demoted to backup role
Newton will move into a backup role Sunday against the Saints after head coach Matt Rhule named Sam Darnold the Panthers' Week 17 starting quarterback, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold replaced Newton after the first quarter of Sunday's 32-6 loss to Tampa Bay, though the 32-year-old did re-enter the game at various points. Newton could still have a role in the game plan Week 17, especially near the goal line, but any limited fantasy appeal is gone now that he's not starting and playing the majority of the snaps.
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Cedes majority of snaps to Darnold
Newton started Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Buccaneers but completed just seven of 13 passes for 61 yards with no touchdowns and one interception and rushed five times for 42 yards.
Analysis: Newton initially was subbed out for Sam Darnold (shoulder) after throwing an interception with 1:48 remaining in the first quarter, and while he did reenter the game after that point, he ultimately put up 19 fewer attempts than his position mate. David Newton of ESPN.com reports that head coach Matt Rhule was non-committal about who will start the Week 17 road matchup against the Saints, but it seems clear that with a 5-10 record and nothing but next season to play for, the embattled head coach…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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May lose starting job after Week 16
Newton will start Sunday's game against the Buccaneers but is expected to cede snaps to Sam Darnold (shoulder), who could supplant Newton as the team's starter for the final two games of the regular season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Newton's return to Carolina hasn't been an overly successful one, as the Panthers have gone 0-4 in his starts while he's completed only 54.1 percent of his throws for 5.6 yards per attempt. He's looked better from a fantasy perspective thanks to the 169 rushing yards and four scores on the ground he's accrued during that stretch, but as a 32-year-old veteran on an expiring deal, Newton may be less of a priority for the 5-9 Panthers than Darnold, who resumed practicing Wednesday and will put an…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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Another start on tap
Head coach Matt Rhule named Newton the Panthers' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Newton has had tepid results since re-signing with Carolina ahead of a Week 10 game at Arizona, completing 54.9 percent of his passes for 623 yards, four touchdowns and four interceptions over the last five games. Fortunately for those who have used Newton in fantasy lineups, he's made up for it on the ground with 41 carries for 183 yards and four scores. Rhule relayed Wednesday that Sam Darnold (shoulder) has been cleared for contact, but it's unclear when he may get reinstated from injured…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Another ugly game
Newton completed 18 of 39 pass attempts for 156 yards, one touchdown and one interception while running for 71 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries against Buffalo on Sunday.
Analysis: Perhaps Newton's passing struggles can be explained by his circumstances -- the turmoil in the Carolina coaching staff, the poor offensive line, his lack of practice with the Panthers -- but there's no immediate answer for any of those factors. In the meantime, he's dependent on his rushing production to carry his box score. It's something Newton is clearly capable of, but it makes him risky despite his theoretical upside. The good news is he wasn't pulled for P.J. Walker this week, but the bad…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Still expected to start
Carolina still plans to proceed with Newton as its starting quarterback for Sunday's game in Buffalo after the Panthers designated Sam Darnold (shoulder) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Though he'll return to practice Wednesday, Darnold isn't expected to be available to play for at least one more week. That puts Newton on track for another start, but he could still lose snaps to P.J. Walker for a third straight game. All three signal-callers have completed less than 60 percent of their passes this season, and Newton is the only one with more touchdowns (three passing, four rushing) than turnovers (four). While his running ability arguably gives him the most fantasy upside of…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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To share time under center
Coach Matt Rhule said Monday that the plan is for both Newton and P.J. Walker to see playing time under center, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Newton struggled to get much going through the air against Atlanta's mediocre secondary during Sunday's 29-21 loss, completing just 15 of 23 passes for 178 yards and an interception, but Rhule did say after the game that the one-time NFL MVP remains Carolina's starting quarterback. That said, Newton was benched with 6:10 remaining in the fourth quarter for Walker, who completed six of 12 passes for 75 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Slippery hands plagued both quarterbacks, as…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Mediocre numbers before benching
Newton completed 15 of 23 passes for 178 yards with no touchdowns and one interception and added 47 yards and a touchdown on 10 rushes in the Panthers' 29-21 loss to the Falcons on Sunday. He also committed two fumbles, losing one, and he was replaced by P.J. Walker with 6:10 remaining in the contest.
Analysis: Newton struggled to get much going through the air after capping off a nine-play, 65-yard march with a 12-yard rushing touchdown on Carolina's first possession of the contest. The veteran struggled with ball security, and his second-quarter interception at the Falcons' 36-yard line was returned for a touchdown by Mykal Walker to snap a 7-7 tie at the time. Newton was finally pulled by head coach Matt Rhule after taking a 10-yard loss on a sack with 9:59 remaining in the game, with Walker taking…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Confirmed as starter
Panthers head coach Matt Rhule reiterated Wednesday that Newton is the team's starting quarterback, though Rhule left the door open for P.J. Walker to get some playing time, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Newton and Walker were last seen Week 12, with the latter subbing in for the former in the second half of a 33-10 loss to Miami. The 32-year-old Newton completed only five of 21 passes in the blowout after going 21-of-27 the week before (with three total touchdowns) in a narrow loss to Washington. He'll get another start after the Week 13 bye and should take all or nearly all the snaps, but Newton's job doesn't exactly look secure beyond the upcoming Week 14 game against Atlanta. That said, the…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to start in Week 14
Coach Matt Rhule said Monday that Newton is expected to start Sunday's game against Atlanta, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: Newton completed just five of 21 passes for 92 yards and two interceptions while rushing three times for five yards and a touchdown in the Panthers' loss to Miami in Week 12. Although he was benched late in the contest, he's expected to begin Sunday's game against the Falcons under center. Rhule isn't yet sure whether P.J. Walker will have a role for Carolina in Week 14, but it appears as though Newton should see the majority of the work against the Falcons' exploitable defense.
Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Benched in second start
Newton completed just five of 21 passes for 92 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in the Panthers' 33-10 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday. He also rushed three times for five yards and a touchdown and was benched in favor of P.J. Walker with 10:58 remaining, Ellis Williams of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: The feel-good story of Newton's return to Carolina appeared well on its way to adding another chapter early in Sunday's contest, as the veteran completed a 64-yard pass to DJ Moore and finished off the drive with a one-yard rushing touchdown three plays later. However, those would prove to be the highlights of the afternoon for both Newton and the Panthers, as he completed just four more passes and threw the pair of picks in his own territory, the second one leading to a Dolphins touchdown.…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Produces three touchdowns
Newton completed 21 of 27 passes for 189 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 27-21 loss to Washington. He also rushed 10 times for 46 yards and another score.
Analysis: Newton, making his first start of the season, opened the scoring with a 10-yard pass to DJ Moore in the first quarter. The signal-caller then took off for a 24-yard touchdown run during the second, scoring through the air and on the ground in back-to-back outings. With a 27-yard touchdown to tailback Christian McCaffrey to tie the game later on, Newton turned in an impressive overall performance just 10 days after rejoining the Panthers. Although his efforts weren't enough for a victory,…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Named starter for Sunday
Coach Matt Rhule confirmed Friday that Newton will start Sunday's game against Washington, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Rhule also said fellow QB P.J. Walker will "probably" get playing time without elaborating on what exactly that means. Newton's rushing prowess, especially near the goal line, gives him some fantasy upside without much passing production, but it does become a harder sell if the Panthers are subbing Walker in on even a semi-regular basis. Of course, it's also possible Rhule is bluffing, or else leaving the door open to give Walker some snaps if Newton struggles early. Whatever the case, Newton…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward start
Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said Wednesday that things are "trending toward" Newton being the team's starting quarterback for Sunday's game against Washington, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rhule said both Newton and P.J. Walker will prepare to play, with the team potentially installing different packages to keep two signal-callers involved. Walker dominated most of the snaps behind center in the Week 10 win over Arizona, though Newton managed a rushing score and a passing touchdowns across his nine plays. In terms of fantasy value, Walker wouldn't offer much in a starting role with Newton poaching red-zone work off the bench, but Newton himself carries a degree of upside if and…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Getting starting reps in practice
Newton will handle most of the No. 1 practice reps heading into Week 11's matchup against Washington, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: Newton scored twice in his first action of the season during Sunday's win over the Cardinals, but he only touched the ball seven times. If he can get up to speed with Carolina's new playbook in time to face Washington in Week 11, it appears that Newton could officially return to the starting lineup for the Panthers. If not, P.J. Walker will stand to draw another start, with Newton potentially mixing in for situational snaps again.
Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Scores twice in 2021 debut
Newton completed three of four passes for eight yards and a touchdown while rushing three times for 14 yards and another score in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Newton announced his return to the Panthers by producing touchdowns on his first two plays. He first rushed in from two yards on Carolina's opening drive before finding Robby Anderson for a two-yard passing score to cap the second series. In doing so, he made an immediate impact through the same dual-threat ability that made him a Panthers legend over his previous nine years with the franchise. Going forward, it remains to be seen whether Newton or P.J. Walker -- who completed 22 of 29 passes…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Available Sunday
Newton is active for Sunday's game at Arizona, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Newton played the waiting game since the Patriots cut him back in August, eventually landing in a familiar environment. The Panthers were in need of quarterback depth after Sam Darnold went down with a broken right scapula last Sunday, which may not allow him to return this season. Newton won't start right away due to his lack of practice reps -- Carolina held a walkthrough Friday and full session Saturday -- so he'll be behind P.J. Walker in the pecking order Week 10. But the fact Newton is…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Might have role Week 10
Newton has a "good chance" of being active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, and he could mix into the Carolina offense for a handful of plays behind starting quarterback P.J. Walker, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: After Newton agreed to a one-year, $6 million deal Thursday, he joined the Panthers for his first practice of the season Friday. Though head coach Matt Rhule acknowledged that Newton's 2021 debut would likely wait until next week against Washington, the veteran signal-caller appears to have picked up his new team's playbook quicker than expected. If that's the case and he avoids the inactive list prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, Newton could be called upon for a few plays, most likely in…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Debut expected next week
Coach Matt Rhule said Friday that Newton is "not very likely" to play in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, noting that Week 11 versus Washington is more realistic, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Rhule wasn't quite ready to rule Newton out Friday afternoon, but the coach did admit it's unlikely he plays. Newton signed with the team on Thursday, while Sam Darnold (shoulder) was moved to IR on Friday morning. P.J. Walker is in line to start Sunday's game in Arizona.
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Could be available Sunday
Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said that he hasn't ruled Newton out from suiting up in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, after the quarterback returned to Carolina on a one-year deal Thursday, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: For now, P.J. Walker still appears likely to draw the Week 10 start in place of the injured Sam Darnold (shoulder), but neither Rhule nor general manager Scott Fitterer dismissed the idea of Newton being available Sunday, depending on how quickly the 32-year-old can pick up the team's playbook, per Alexander. Even if he doesn't make his 2021 debut this weekend, Newton should get the opportunity to start before long, given that Darnold is expected to be sidelined for several weeks. Furthermore,…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Strikes deal with Carolina
Newton signed a one-year contract with the Panthers on Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: After a brief meeting with head coach Matt Rhule and the team brass earlier Thursday, Newton was able to quickly come to terms with the organization that selected him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. The addition of the 32-year-old Newton gives the Panthers a more battled-tested option at quarterback while the team looks to replace Sam Darnold (shoulder), who is expected to be sidelined for 4-to-6 weeks. Though P.J. Walker is expected to start Sunday's game against the…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Books meeting with Panthers
Newton is scheduled to meet Thursday with Panthers head coach Matt Rhule and team owner David Tapper regarding a potential reunion with the franchise, three sources familiar with the situation tell Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer.
Analysis: On the open market since being cut by New England at the conclusion of the preseason, Newton looks like he could get his next opportunity in Carolina, with whom he began his career as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. Though the three-time Pro Bowler and 2015 NFL MVP is well past his prime years with the Panthers, the organization may at least view him as a good short-term solution at quarterback with Sam Darnold (shoulder) likely to miss multiple weeks. P.J. Walker is currently in…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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Still wants to play
Newton said Monday that he intends to return to the NFL and recently was vaccinated against COVID-19, Chris Bumbaca of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Newton has remained a free agent since being released by the Patriots in late August, prior to the start of the regular season. The 32-year-old appeared in 15 games with New England last season and showed that he can still operate as a dangerous weapon in the red zone, with 12 rushing scores on the season, though his passing efficiency (8:11 TD:INT) left much to be desired. If Newton is indeed seriously motivated to seek another gig on an NFL roster, his best chances realistically could come as…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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No plans to retire
Newton, who was recently released by the Patriots, has no plans to retire, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: In a video released Friday, Newton revealed that New England's decision to let him go took him by surprise, while noting that he would have "absolutely" been willing to serve as rookie Mac Jones' backup. That said, the veteran QB acknowledged such an arrangement could have become a distraction, with the team having committed to starting the No. 15 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. As Week 1 approaches, Newton remains a free agent, but he's a candidate to emerge elsewhere, either as a…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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Released by Pats
Newton was released by the Patriots on Tuesday, Jim McBride of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Rookie first-round pick Mac Jones will be the Week 1 starter, with Brian Hoyer likely sticking around as the backup. Newton may be able to find backup work elsewhere if he wants it, but it's possible this was his last shot at a starting job in the NFL. The Patriots presumably want a backup who is stylistically closer to Jones, whereas Newton's combination of skilled running and lackluster passing requires a different offensive approach entirely.
Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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No starter named yet
Coach Bill Belichick said after Sunday's preseason win at the Giants that he hasn't made a decision about the Patriots' Week 1 starting quarterback between Newton and rookie first-rounder Mac Jones, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: After a week in which he missed three practices due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's COVID-19 protocols, Newton's presumed lead on the competition seemed to tighten with Jones getting all the reps with the first-team offense during those sessions. Still, Newton took the first snap in his return to practice Thursday and got the nod in New England's exhibition finale, as he did in the first two preseason games. He didn't exactly light it up Sunday -- 2-for-5 passing for 10 yards and an…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Picked off in preseason finale
Newton completed two of five passes for 10 yards and an interception in Sunday's 22-20 preseason win over the Giants.
Analysis: Newton started and led the Patriots to a field goal on their opening drive. He then was intercepted to end his next and final series, but the blame mostly was on his receiver for being outwrestled on a contested catch. Once on the sideline, though, Newton again watched rookie first-rounder Mac Jones light it up, completing 10 of 14 passes for 156 yards and a touchdown. With the preseason now complete, it'll be fascinating to see who coach Bill Belichick names his starting quarterback ahead of…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely starter Sunday
Newton took the first rep in 11-on-11 warmups, an indication that he'll start Sunday's preseason finale against the Giants, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It remains to be seen how much action Newton and first-rounder Mac Jones might see Sunday, but this represents the last chance either QB will have to to take a game snap prior to the Patriots' season opener against Miami. After missing time due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's COVID-19 protocols, Newton returned to practice Thursday. He and Jones continue to compete for the team's Week 1 starting job, an assignment that has yet to be announced by the team.
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Jumps back in with starters
Newton took the first snap in 11-on-11s at Thursday's joint practice with the Giants, Ben Volin of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Newton also took the first snap in a warmup period and again in 7-on-7s, while rookie Mac Jones was second through the rotation each time. The day before, Jones reportedly put on a show while leading the first-team offense, taking advantage of his opportunity with Newton sidelined for a third straight day due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's COVID-19 protocols. In any case, Newton returned to practice Thursday and assumed his usual spot, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll be the Week 1…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Newton is back at practice Thursday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Newton had to stay away from the Patriots' facilities through Wednesday due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's procedures for COVID-19. The team is less than thrilled with the situation, and it might've even opened the door wider for Mac Jones to claim the starting job. Jones reportedly has looked sharp in joint practices with the Giants this week, perhaps making his bid for the Week 1 start. Meanwhile, Newton will look to strengthen his own case for the gig.
Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to practice Thursday
Newton, who was required to remain away from Patriots facilities through Wednesday due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's procedures for COVID-19, is expected to return to practice Thursday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Prior to his absence, head coach Bill Belichick had maintained that Newton was viewed as the Patriots' starting signal-caller, but the strong efforts of 2021 first-round selection Mac Jones over the last few days -- including an especially impressive practice Wednesday -- suggests that the team's quarterback competition is ongoing. It therefore seems imperative that Newton looks sharp upon his anticipated return to the field in order to hold off the challenge for the top job that Jones appears…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice until Thursday
Newton (undisclosed) will need to remain away from Patriots facilities until Thursday due to a misunderstanding of the NFL's procedures for COVID-19, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The NFL's statement reads: "Due to a misunderstanding about tests conducted away from NFL facilities, and as required by the NFL-NFLPA protocols, [Newton] will be subject to the five-day entry cadence process before returning to the facility..." Per Giardi, Newton will be eligible to rejoin teammates Thursday, until which time he can only participate in practices virtually. As a result, Newton will miss Wednesday's joint practice with the Giants, but his status for Sunday's exhibition matchup…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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Strengthens case to start in Week 1
On the heels of what coach Bill Belichick referred to as a "good week," Newton "seemed to strengthen his grip" on New England's starting QB assignment with a sharp effort in Thursday's 35-0 preseason win over the Eagles, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Analysis: Newton, who started the contest, went 8-of-9 for 103 yards, with one TD and no interceptions. Though first-rounder Mac Jones was also effective enough (13-of-19 for 146 yards) after he took over Thursday, both Reiss and Jeff Howe of the Athletic put forth the notion that the veteran QB's recent play has solidified hit standing atop the Patriots' depth chart. While Jones still has some time to make up ground, Howe suggests that "barring a dramatic turn of events over the next 10 days, if…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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Sharp in starting opportunity
Newton started the Patriots' 35-0 preseason win over the Eagles on Thursday night and completed eight of nine passes for 103 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: Newton's numbers underscore how sharp he was during his quarter of action, with the multi-time Pro Bowler leading an eight-play, 66-yard first-quarter drive that he capped off with a 28-yard touchdown pass to Jakobi Meyers. Newton gave way to rookie Mac Jones for New England's first possession of the second quarter and saw the latter turn in a sharp performance in his own right, so the battle between the two could once again play a prominent role in the Patriots' Sunday, Aug. 29 preseason…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to start again
Newton handled the first snap of pregame warmups, indicating he's starting Thursday's preseason game at Philadelphia, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Like in the Patriots' exhibition opener last Thursday, Newton is in line to start over rookie first-round pick Mac Jones. Since the team selected the latter, 15th overall, back in April, coach Bill Belichick has maintained Newton is the No. 1 QB In New England, but Jones could make a push for the job when he's "ready to challenge and compete," per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com. However, Newton remains entrenched at the top of the depth chart, at least for the time being.
Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Week 1 starter not yet named
Newton relayed Monday that coach Bill Belichick hasn't told him if he'll start the Patriots' regular-season opener against the Dolphins, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Analysis: Of course, the reports also notes that Belichick has indicated multiple times that Newton is considered the team's starting quarterback for the time being, with the caveat being that whenever first-rounder Mac Jones "is ready to challenge and compete, then we'll see how that goes." Per Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Newton "had his best practice in a week" Tuesday, completing 13 of 15 passes (including one drop) in team drills. Jones was also sharp Tuesday, going 13-for-14 in the drills, while…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets start over Jones
Newton completed four of seven passes for 49 yards in Thursday's 22-13 preseason win over Washington. He didn't have a touchdown, turnover or rushing attempt.
Analysis: Newton appeared to fumble on the opening drive when Chase Young came around the edge and knocked out the football, but the play was ruled an incomplete pass. The Patriots' offense moved the ball better on Newton's second and final possession, which ended in a field goal. Rookie Mac Jones came in under center after that point and led New England to a pair of field goals through the end of the third quarter. The quarterback competition between Newton and Jones is still unsettled, but Newton…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely playing Thursday night
Newton and Mac Jones are both expected to play in New England's preseason opener against Washington on Thursday, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Analysis: Newton likely will get the start and play one or two drives before handing things off to Jones. Early reports out of training camp have the veteran on track to defend his starting job, but there's still plenty of time for the rookie to make a move, starting with Thursday's exhibition against Washington.
Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 6:14am by Rotowire.com
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Competing with Jones
Mike Reiss of ESPN.com indicates that during the Patriots' first two full-pads practices, it "sometimes looks like the team is running separate attacks" when either Newton or first-rounder Mac Jones are handling the team's QB snaps.
Analysis: With that in mind, Reiss notes that "the threat of Newton as a ballcarrier with the read-option is prevalent -- and effective at times -- while Jones often looks like he's running the more traditional Patriots passing offense." To date, coach Bill Belichick has made it clear that he views Newton as the team's current starter, though this is a situation that remains worth monitoring in the coming weeks, with Jones still having some time to gain ground on on his veteran counterpart in advance of…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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Working ahead of Jones
Through the first two practices of New England's training camp, Newton has "led off every team period," Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: As could be expected, 2021 first-rounder Mac Jones followed Newton during drills. At this stage, it's too early to get a clear read on the Patriots' ongoing signal-caller competition, with Howe noting at this early juncture of training camp that "strictly by performance, the QB battle has been a draw." For the time being at least, the fact that Newton is taking team reps ahead of Jones is indicative of his current depth chart standing above the rookie.
Published: Thu, Jul 29 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Training camp competition on tap
The stage is set for Newton and first-round draft pick Mac Jones to compete for the Patriots' starting QB job during training camp, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Analysis: Coach Bill Belichick has indicated that Newton is viewed as the team's top signal caller for now but acknowledged that Jones or even Jarrett Stidham will have the chance to be viewed as candidates to supplant the incumbent starter once they "are ready." Reiss notes that during spring practices, Jones displayed good "timing, anticipation and accuracy" when he was on his game, while Newton, who had an uneven 2020 campaign "looked more comfortable." Following an offseason in which the Patriots…read more
Published: Thu, Jul 1 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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Logs first-team snaps
Newton was the first quarterback to take snaps throughout the Patriots' spring drills, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though 2021 first-rounder Mac Jones -- who was next up for snaps in the team's QB drills -- eventually could make a run at the starting role in the coming months, Newton remains atop the depth chart as things stand. Compared to last season, when the veteran signal-caller didn't catch on with New England until the end of June, Newton is "way ahead of where he was last year at this time," coach Bill Belichick noted. With that in mind, it's going to take a strong training camp/preseason effort…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 21 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go for minicamp
Coach Bill Belichick confirmed Monday that Newton (hand) will be on the practice field this week for the Patriots' mandatory minicamp, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.
Analysis: Newton sustained a bone bruise on his right throwing hand June 4 after making contact with a defender's helmet, but the issue was never considered serious and didn't prevent the quarterback from taking part in New England's OTA session this past weekend. The 32-year-old still looks to be in a good place health-wise a week and a half after suffering the injury, so he should be in line to handle most of the first-team work during the three-day minicamp. Assuming he stays relatively healthy…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 14 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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Could return to practice
Newton (hand) is expected to try practicing during the Patriots' three-day minicamp this week, Andrew Callahan of Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: Newton sustained a bone bruise on his throwing hand June 4, but he was present for practice Friday and looked good while throwing passes. Coach Bill Belichick has said that the quarterback's injury isn't considered serious, so it's unlikely that the injury will impact his Week 1 availability.
Published: Sun, Jun 13 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Injured hand improving
Coach Bill Belichick indicated Thursday that while Newton (hand) won't partake in the Patriots practice Thursday, his hand injury is "getting better," Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Newton's suffered a bone bruise on his throwing hand last week and hasn't taken part in any practice activity since then. However, it sounds like the issue is coming along fairly well, so there doesn't seem to be any concern at this point regarding his Week 1 status.
Published: Thu, Jun 10 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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Bruises bone on throwing hand
Newton suffered a slight bruise on his throwing hand during Friday's practice after banging it on a teammate's helmet, but the issue is not considered major, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: It was previously reported by Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald that nothing was broken on Newton's hand, and this latest update confirms the injury is minor. Still, it is possible that Newton may not see much more work during OTAs and instead focus on the start of training camp in late July.
Published: Fri, Jun 4 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Avoids break, more testing on tap
There's "nothing broken" in regards to Newton's injured throwing hand but he's heading for more testing on it, Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: Newton reportedly hit his throwing hand on another player's helmet during the session and was unable to throw the rest of the day. It's certainly a good sign that the veteran quarterback has avoided a fracture, but he's not quite out of the woods until more testing can reveal the extent of the damage. First-round pick Mac Jones and Jarrett Stidham should handle most of the reps under center while Newton is sidelined.
Published: Fri, Jun 4 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers finger injury Friday
Newton appeared to suffer a finger injury after making contact with a teammate's helmet in Friday's OTA session and sat out for the reminder of practice, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.
Analysis: Of note is that Newton remained on the field, which should bode well in terms of his long-term prospects. Still, it will be worth monitoring whether the team elects to take him for X-rays on the issue or not. More info on his status should be released in the near future. Jarrett Stidham and rookie Mac Jones split the reps under center in his absence.
Published: Fri, Jun 4 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Endorsed by Belichick
Though the Patriots selected Mac Jones 15th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, coach Bill Belichick made it clear that Newton remains the team's top QB at this time, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports. "Cam's our quarterback. Whatever time Jarrett (Stidham) or Mac are ready to challenge and compete, then we'll see how that goes," Belichick noted Thursday night.
Analysis: Given that New England used a first-round pick to secure Jones, it can be assumed that he's viewed as the team's long-term answer at QB, but the rookie has some ground to make up before he's in a position to overtake Newton as the starter. The report adds that both Newton and Stidham have been participating in voluntary offseason workouts at Gillette Stadium of late, a context that gives Newton a head start relative to last year, when he didn't sign with the team until late June and then…read more
Published: Fri, Apr 30 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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Deal worth up to $14 million
The one-year deal that Newton signed with the Patriots could be worth up to $14 million, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Analysis: Per the report, "about $6 million is tied to honors and how far the team might advance in the playoffs." Under those terms, it's still possible that the Patriots may explore other options at QB, but as it stands, Newton has an opportunity to rebound from the subpar season he endured in 2020. This time around, the 31-year-old will have an entire offseason in the team's program and is poised to approach the coming campaign healthy. Additionally, with New England in good shape from a salary cap…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 12 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Re-signing with New England
Newton will return to the Patriots in 2021 on a one-year contract, Jim McBride of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: There won't be any drama for Newton in free agency, as he will remain with the team he spent last season with. On only a one-year deal, he won't be guaranteed a starting spot, but he'll be the favorite to open the 2021 campaign under center for the Patriots.
Published: Fri, Mar 12 at 5:29am by Rotowire.com
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Return not ruled out
The Patriots haven't ruled out re-signing Newton, according to Jeff Howe of The Athletic. The QB -- who earned $3,956,250 in 2020, including incentives -- is slated to become a free agent this offseason.
Analysis: For his part, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com says that his gut feeling is that there's about a 25 percent chance Newton will be retained. Following a 2020 campaign in which Newton did plenty of damage as a rusher but struggled to produce consistently as a passer, it remains to be seen what sort of offers he'll command in free agency. While Howe suggests that it's thought that the Patriots will "initially seek other alternatives," it's possible they'll entertain the idea of bringing back Newton if they…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 8 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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Finishes season on high note
Newton completed 21 of 30 passes for 242 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 28-14 win over the Jets. He also rushed 11 times for 79 yards and caught a 19-yard touchdown pass thrown by wide receiver Jakobi Meyers.
Analysis: Newton snapped a three-week passing touchdown drought with a seven-yard score to James White on the opening drive, then added touchdown passes to Devin Asiasi (26 yards) and Sony Michel (31 yards) in the fourth quarter for his only multi-touchdown passing performance of the season. He finishes his lone season in New England with 2,857 yards and a putrid 8:10 TD:INT through the air, though Newton also chipped in 12 rushing touchdowns, which marked his highest total since he tallied14 as a rookie…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Seems poised to start Week 17
Coach Bill Belichick relayed to WEEI on Tuesday that he believes Newton will start Sunday's season finale against the Jets. "Yeah, I would imagine," Belichick said. "We're going through that now. We'll see."
Analysis: The statement wasn't exactly a ringing endorsement of Newton, who completed five of 10 passes for 34 yards and rushed four times for 24 yards and a touchdown during Monday's blowout loss to the Bills. Jarrett Stidham eventually replaced Newton in the third quarter but didn't fare well himself, with 44 yards on 4-for-11 passing. The Patriots are out of the playoff picture and have no investment in Newton beyond this season, while Stidham is a 2019 fourth-round pick of the club. Still, when…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Pulled in third quarter
Newton completed five of 10 passes for 34 yards and rushed four times for 24 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 38-9 loss to the Bills before being replaced by Jarrett Stidham.
Analysis: Newton had a potential touchdown dropped on New England's opening drive, but then responded with a nine-yard touchdown scramble during the second quarter. Aside from that play however, the signal-caller again struggled mightily to move the ball, resulting in Stidham entering the game a couple of drives into the third quarter. At this stage, it wouldn't be surprising if Stidham were to start Sunday's season finale versus the Jets, but Newton's status should be monitored throughout the week to…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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On track to start in Week 16
Newton remains on track to start Monday night's game against the Bills, barring a late change in plans, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per ESPN's Mike Reiss, Newton's Week 16 status, and "the possibility of the Patriots turning to backup Jarrett Stidham, came into sharper focus" after the team was eliminated from the playoffs last weekend. In 13 games this season, Newton has recorded 2,381 passing yards to go along with a 5:10 TD:INT ratio. Meanwhile, his fantasy utility has been aided by the fact that he's logged 122 carries for 489 yards and 11 rushing scores. While Newton remains the team's expected starter versus Buffalo,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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Held scoreless by Dolphins
Newton completed 17 of 27 pass attempts for 209 yards, adding 38 rushing yards on nine carries during Sunday's 22-12 loss to Miami.
Analysis: Newton was held without a touchdown pass for the eighth time this season, as New England suffered a divisional defeat to fall out of playoff contention. The 31-year-old's value has been significantly boosted by 11 scores on the ground, Newton's most since his rookie campaign of 2011, when he racked up 14. With that element lacking from his game Sunday, Newton dropped to a 6-7 record as the Patriots' starter. He'll face Buffalo next, with the Patriots having a chance to impact their division…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Still the starter
Coach Bill Belichick confirmed Friday that Newton (abdomen) will remain the Patriots' starting QB, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Prior to being pulled early in the fourth quarter of Thursday night's 24-3 loss to the Rams, Newton completed nine of his 16 pass attempts for 119 yards and a pick to go along with seven carries for 16 yards. Despite his struggles Week 14, the Patriots have no plans to turn to second-year backup Jarrett Stidham when they face Miami on Dec. 20. As that game approaches, we'd expect Newton, who's been managing an abdominal issue, to appear on New England's injury report, but neither his Week 15…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Pulled in fourth quarter
Newton (abdomen) completed nine of 16 passes for 119 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Patriots' 24-3 loss to the Rams on Thursday night. He also rushed seven times for 16 yards and committed a fumble that was recovered by the offense before being replaced by Jarrett Stidham with 10:12 remaining.
Analysis: Newton's numbers more or less tell the story, with the notable addendum being that his one interception was of the pick-six variety, contributing to the Patriots' game-long malaise. The veteran signal-caller had entered Thursday night's game having thrown for under 100 yards in each of the prior two games, with New England somehow emerging victorious in both contests. However, Newton didn't consistently get handed short fields or see his defense and special teams put up some complementary…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 8:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up for TNF
Newton (abdomen) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Newton, who completed 12 of 19 pass attempts for 69 yards and a TD this past Sunday against the Chargers, did most of his damage in the Patriots' 45-0 win via his impact as a runner, logging 14 carries for 48 rushing yards and two scores. While he should be more productive as a passer Thursday even against a tough Rams defense, Newton's path to fantasy relevance these days continues to be primarily fueled by his utility in New England's ground game.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Thursday
Newton (abdomen) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Newton, who was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report, is one of 14 players deemed questionable by the Patriots. Though the quarterback's status is worth confirming prior to Thursday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, he's fully expected to play Week 14. Newton only completed 12 of 19 attempts for 69 yards and a touchdown last week against the Chargers, instead doing most of his damage on the ground (14 carries for 48 rushing yards and two scores) in the Patriots' 45-0 victory.
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs another limited session
Newton (abdomen) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.
Analysis: This injury capped Newton's practice reps last week as well. Nevertheless, he didn't show any limitations in Sunday's 45-0 win over the Chargers, completing 12 of 19 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown and rushing 14 times for 48 yards and two more scores. It's worth monitoring his Wednesday practice status, but he appears to be on the right track to play Thursday against the Rams.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again by abdominal issue
Newton (abdomen) was listed as limited on Monday's practice estimate.
Analysis: Newton similarly logged limited sessions all of last week before suiting up Sunday, when he completed 12 of 19 passes for 69 yards and one touchdown while racking up 14 carries for 48 yards and two more TDs against the Chargers. There doesn't seem to be much worry about his availability for Thursday's game versus the Rams, but his status still should be watched as the week goes on.
Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Accounts for three TDs in blowout
Newton completed 12 of 19 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown while adding 48 yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries during Sunday's 45-0 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Newton fell shy of 20 attempts for the third time in the last four games and was held under 100 yards passing for the second consecutive outing. He still managed a fantasy-friendly performance with a pair of close-range rushing touchdowns and added a five-yard passing score to N'Keal Harry to round out his line. While Newton's statistical production has been quite volatile of late, he's led his team to wins in four of his last five games and an average of 29 points per game during that stretch.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 6:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Sunday's game
Newton (abdomen) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Through 10 games this season, Newton is averaging 198.4 passing yards to go along with just four TD passes versus nine picks. Where the 31-year-old signal-caller continues to help fantasy managers, however, is with the numbers that he puts up in New England's ground game. To date, he's logged 92 carries for 387 yards and nine rushing scores.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Sunday
Newton (abdomen) is expected to play Sunday against the Chargers, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Analysis: The report notes that Newton, who was listed as questionable for the contest by the Patriots, took nearly all of the team's first-team QB reps at practice this week. Confirmation of the QB's status will arrive once New England's inactives are posted prior to Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff, with Rapoport's report in line with that of one relayed Friday by Jeff Howe of The Athletic, who noted then that Newton remains on track to start his team's Week 13 tilt.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 4:32am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable, but expected to start
Newton (abdomen) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers after practicing in a limited fashion this week.
Analysis: Official confirmation of the QB's Week 13 status will arrive when the Patriots post their inactives prior to Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff, but according to Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Newton remains in line to start the contest, a notion that could well be solidified by Sunday morning once the usual late-night/early morning injury updates arrive via key national NFL reporters.
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice
Newton (abdomen) remained limited at practice Thursday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: When asked if he expects to play this weekend against the Chargers, Newton replied, "I will be," adding "I'm feeling as good as I should be feeling. Just got to stay on top of things and see what the trainers say and just keep getting treatment." With that in mind, we'd expect the QB to be officially listed as questionable for Sunday's 4:25 ET game.
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by abdominal injury
Newton was limited in practice Wednesday with an abdominal injury, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Patriots usually have their fair share of players listed as limited participants to begin a week, so Newton's appearance on the injury report isn't necessarily worrisome. The team's next two practice reports will provide an indication whether the injury is anything that will truly put Newton at risk of missing Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Overcomes mistakes in win
Newton completed nine of 18 passes for 84 yards and two interceptions while adding 46 yards on nine carries in Sunday's 20-17 win over Arizona.
Analysis: Newton's first pass was picked off by Markus Golden, and his second interception came in Cardinals territory with the game tied at 17 apiece and under five minutes remaining. Despite his struggles as a passer, Newton guided the offense to a pair of James White rushing touchdowns and drew a personal foul penalty on a 3rd-and-13 scramble to set up the game-winning field goal as time expired. Newton has a dreadful 4:9 TD:INT through the air but has salvaged his fantasy value with nine rushing…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds touch as passer in loss
Newton completed 26 of 40 passes for 365 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-20 loss to Houston. He added six yards on three carries.
Analysis: Newton threw his first touchdown pass to a wide receiver -- and fourth overall -- in his ninth game with New England on a 42-yard deep ball to Damiere Byrd. That play cut Houston's lead to 21-17 in the third quarter, but the deficit never dipped below four points after that, with Newton's 50-yard pass to Ryan Izzo at the buzzer coming up 12 yards short of the end zone. Newton had his second 300-yard passing performance in a Patriots uniform even before that meaningless completion, but his focus…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Efficient in upset win on SNF
Newton completed 13 of 17 pass attempts for 118 yards and a touchdown, also rushing 11 times for 21 yards and another score in Sunday's 23-17 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Newton didn't post gaudy numbers, but his impression of a "game manager" allowed the Patriots to secure an unexpected victory. The 31-year-old has done a great job of protecting the football during New England's two-game win streak, completing 77 percent of his passes without throwing an interception or losing a fumble (after coughing up eight turnovers over his previous five contests). Newton rushed for his ninth touchdown of the season, but with just 1,653 passing yards and four passing…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 10:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Not on injury report
Newton (neck) isn't listed on the Patriots' Week 10 injury report.
Analysis: Newton previously noted that he was dealing with neck soreness following this past Monday's win over the Jets, but he's moved past that issue and is practicing fully in advance of Sunday's game against the 6-2 Ravens. It's far from an an ideal matchup for the QB, who last threw a TD pass Week 3, but Newton's ability to generate production in the run game does at least help bolster his fantasy floor.
Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Neck sore after Monday's win
Newton said he's dealing with neck soreness in the aftermath of Monday's 30-27 win over the Jets, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "My neck is only working on a degree angle that shuts off the degrees to one side," Newton said Tuesday in his weekly interview with SportsRadio 93.7 WEEI-FM. "So my eye muscles are getting a lot of work in."
Analysis: Newton's sore neck likely stems from the hard hit he took on a sack by the Jets' Ashtyn Davis in the second quarter of the Week 9 contest. Davis was penalized for unnecessary roughness on the play, while Newton stayed in the contest and delivered his best fantasy performance since Week 2, finishing with 27 completions for 274 yards on 35 attempts while adding 16 yards and two scores on 10 carries. The injury doesn't seem to be too much of a concern for Newton at this point, but it wouldn't be…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Scores twice on ground
Newton completed 27 of 35 passes for 274 yards and rushed 10 times for 16 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 30-27 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Newton made up for last week's costly late fumble by getting the Patriots in position to convert a game-winning field goal as time expired. That feat came after Newton snuck in a one-yard touchdown with under two minutes remaining, bringing his season tally to eight rushing scores in the process. That total includes Newton's five-yard TD scamper to open New England's scoring Monday, with those trips to the end zone helping compensate for a new season low in rushing yards from the quarterback,…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 8:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Crucial fumble ends comeback bid
Newton completed 15 of 25 passes for 174 yards and a two-point conversion in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Bills. He also rushed nine times for 54 yards and a touchdown while losing a fumble.
Analysis: Newton went without a passing touchdown for the the fourth consecutive game, but he found new favorite receiver Jakobi Meyers for the game-tying two-point conversion late in the third quarter and powered in the game-tying touchdown himself from two yards out in the fourth. After Buffalo went back ahead with a field goal, Newton had his team in range for a game-tying kick and looking for more when he fumbled on Buffalo's 14-yard line at the end of a run with 37 seconds left. The Bills recovered…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets benched after third turnover
Newton completed 9 of 15 pass attempts for 98 yards and three interceptions while carrying five times for 19 yards during Sunday's 33-6 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Newton averaged a pedestrian 6.5 yards per attempt while recording the lowest yard and completion numbers of his career. He was benched after his third turnover midway through the third quarter and watched as Jarrett Stidham finished the game. Coach Bill Belichick said after the game that Newton is the starter for now, so he should be expected under center next Sunday against the Bills, but it's clear that his leash is not long after throwing five interceptions with no touchdowns over his last…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles as passer in return
Newton completed 17 of 25 passes for 157 yards and two interceptions while rushing 10 times for 76 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 18-12 loss to the Broncos. He also caught a 16-yard pass from Julian Edelman.
Analysis: Newton was picked off on his first pass attempt, and he finished with just 100 passing yards and 15 rushing yards en route to a 12-3 halftime deficit. Things didn't get any better through the air in the second half, but Newton made a major impact with his legs. His one-yard rushing score made it 18-9 Denver with 8:38 to go in the fourth quarter, and Newton drove the offense down to the Denver 24 down by six in the final minute before turning it over on downs. It was a disappointing performance…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to face the Broncos on Sunday
Newton and the Patriots are slated to face the Broncos on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET, as scheduled, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per NFL.com, there were "no new positive cases in the latest round of league-wide COVID-19 testing," which paves the way for all of the league's Week 6 games to take place as scheduled. The Patriots activated Newton -- who missed Week 4's loss to the Chiefs -- from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday and he's now slated to face Denver and QB Drew Lock (shoulder), who's expected to return to action following a two-game absence.
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 7:30am by Rotowire.com
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Week 6 game still on
Newton's game between the Patriots and Broncos still is expected to be played at its scheduled kickoff of 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports
Analysis: This game already has been pushed back from Week 5 to Week 6 due to positive COVID-19 tests from Newton and cornerback Stephon Gilmore. While both players have been cleared to take part in team activities, a member of the Pats' organization tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, and the team is awaiting word on the results of a second test. No matter, as Schefter noted, "no other contingencies have been discussed at this time" for a change in Sunday's game.
Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Friday's practice canceled
Newton and the Patriots won't practice Friday following a positive COVID-19 test from a member of the organization, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The report adds that the team is also awaiting the results of a second test, which may also turn up positive. As a result, the Patriots' scheduled game against the Broncos could be in jeopardy of being postponed. Newton, who came off the team's reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, practiced fully Thursday, but now it remains to be seen if Sunday's contest will be affected by Friday's developments.
Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Thursday
Newton, who came off the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, practiced fully Thursday,
Analysis: With that, Newton is on track to start Sunday's game against the Broncos after a one-game absence. His return will be a major boost to the Patriots, which head into Week 6 with a 2-2 mark. Three games into his stint with the team, Newton has completed 62 of 91 passing attempts for 714 yards to go along with two TDs and two picks. Additionally, he's logged 35 carries for 149 yards and four rushing scores, a component of his game that's helped both New England's attack, as well as the prospects…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from COVID-19 list
The Patriots activated Newton from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The transaction paves the way for Newton to resume practicing Thursday, thus putting him in line to start Sunday's game against the Broncos. Newton's status will be revisited again Thursday, as he could be listed as a limited participant on the Patriots' official injury report if the team intends to ease him back into workouts.
Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to practice Thursday
Newton (illness) is expected to rejoin the Patriots for practice Thursday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: If that's the case, Newton -- who is currently on the reserve/COVID-19 list -- would presumably be on track to start Sunday's game against the Broncos. Meanwhile, Denver is slated to welcome starting quarterback Drew Lock (shoulder) back to the mix this weekend. The two teams had been scheduled to play this past Monday in Week 5 before the NFL postponed the game to Week 6. New England didn't practice Wednesday, but the team has been cleared to reopen its facility after three straight days of no…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play without testing negative
Coach Bill Belichick said Monday that Newton (illness) could be eligible to suit up against the Broncos on Sunday even if he continues to test positive for COVID-19, Ryan Hannable of WEEI Sports Radio Network reports.
Analysis: Newton is reportedly asymptomatic, and he would have to remain as such for any chance of returning Week 6. Per the NFL's current rules, now that 10 days have passed since his initial test, Newton could be eligible to return to the team as long as he continues not to show symptoms and is able to gain medical clearance. The Patriots and Broncos previously were scheduled to face off Monday, but the two teams will now play Sunday, Oct. 18, during what was once a bye week for New England. Of course,…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Still testing positive for COVID-19
Newton (illness) continued to test positive for COVID-19 late this past week and hasn't been cleared to rejoin the Patriots for workouts, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Before he's able to resume team activities, Newton must test negative two times at least 24 hours apart. Despite having yet to receive clearance, Newton still had what Glazer called an "outside chance" to play in the Patriots' game Monday against the Broncos, but that became a moot point after the NFL postponed the contest to Week 6 when New England nose tackle Byron Cowart tested positive for the coronavirus late Saturday. With the Patriots now set to host the Broncos on Oct. 18, Newton should…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Broncos-Patriots moved to Week 6
Newton (illness) and the Patriots won't play the Broncos on Monday after the game was postponed until Week 6 due to a third positive COVID-19 test in the New England organization within the past eight days, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Patriots and the Broncos are now tentatively scheduled to play Sunday, Oct. 18 in Week 6, which was originally a scheduled bye week for New England. Denver, meanwhile, had been in line to host the Dolphins, but Miami now looks poised to take its bye Week 6. Newton remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but he could be ready to play by next Sunday if he tests negative for the coronavirus on two separate occasions at least 24 hours apart.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 6:11am by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice Saturday
Newton (COVID-19) will not practice Saturday, but coach Bill Belichick refused to answer who would start ahead of Monday's contest against the Broncos, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Newton is reportedly asymptomatic since testing positive for COVID-19 a week ago, but he'll need to test negative multiple times before he's allowed to participate in team activities. The fact the Patriots still have multiple days before kickoff probably improves Newton's chances at playing, but with Belichick dancing around questions regarding the quarterback's status, the only basis of assumption comes off of Newton's lack of availability for Saturday's practice. Fantasy managers will want to…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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Could practice Saturday
Newton (illness) could be cleared to rejoin the Patriots for practice as soon as Saturday, Michael Giardi and Judy Battista of NFL Network report.
Analysis: Newton is believed to be asymptomatic since testing positive for COVID-19 on Oct. 3, but he'll still need to test negative on two separate occasions at least 24 hours apart before he's allowed to take part in team activities. In preparation for potentially receiving clearance, Newton has been taking part in Zoom meetings during the Patriots' virtual practices this week, according to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports. If Newton doesn't clear all COVID-19-related protocols in time for Monday's game…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 9 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Currently asymptomatic
Per Jim Nantz on the CBS broadcast, Newton has been asymptomatic since testing positive for COVID-19 on Saturday.
Analysis: It was a shocking way to kick off the weekend, but the fact Newton doesn't have symptoms could be a sign he'll test negative twice in succession, which what he needs to do in order to reenter the Patriots' facilities. In the meantime, he'll continue to self-isolate. The Patriots have turned to veteran signal-caller Brian Hoyer to start under center Monday, and second-year pro Jarrett Stidham is serving as the backup QB.
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely out Week 5, too
Newton (illness), who was ruled out for the Patriots' Week 4 game in Kansas City after testing positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, is unlikely to receive clearance to play until after New England's Week 6 bye, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network report.
Analysis: While it's not clear at this point whether Newton is asymptomatic or not, before he's allowed to play again, he'll have to pass two COVID-19 tests conducted at least 24 hours apart once the virus leaves his body. As the report notes, doing so in a seven-day period will be tall order, making it doubtful that Newton receives the green light to rejoin the Patriots ahead of their Week 5 matchup with the Broncos on Oct. 11. The Patriots' Week 4 game in Kansas City is expected to be held Monday,…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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Tests positive for COVID-19
Newton has tested positive for COVID-19 and will not play in Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: More information regarding the status of the aforementioned contest will likely arrive in the coming hours as the Patriots continue to do re-testing, but if this is just an isolated case as it currently stands, then Brian Hoyer or Jarrett Stidham will get the start. Newton will move over to the COVID-19/reserve list for the immediate future.
Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Takes back seat in Week 3 win
Newton completed 17 of 28 passes for 162 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 36-20 win over the Raiders. He also rushed nine times for 27 yards.
Analysis: Newton's 11-yard touchdown pass to Rex Burkhead with 34 seconds left in the second quarter gave New England a 13-3 lead, but the advantage shrank to 13-10 by halftime. New England's ground game took over in the second half, but Newton wasn't a major part of it, as Sony Michel led the way with 117 rushing yards while Burkhead added two rushing touchdowns to his receiving score. While this was a disappointing step back for Newton after a pair of strong fantasy efforts to open his Patriots tenure,…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Big numbers in Week 2 loss
Newton completed 30 of 44 pass attempts for 397 yards with one TD and a pick, while adding 11 carries for 47 yards and a pair of rushing scores in Sunday's 35-30 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: After attempting just 19 passes in Week 1's 21-11 win over Miami, the flow of Sunday's game led to a far different approach for Newton and the Patriots in Week 2. The result was a big fantasy effort for the QB, who fell just short of scoring a game-winning rushing TD on the final play of the contest. As long as he can avoid the sort of injuries that his style of play can sometimes lead to, Newton's dual-threat ability gives him weekly fantasy upside if he continues to click with his wideouts,…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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Feels fine after Week 1 win
When asked about grabbing his left hamstring as he walked off the field Sunday, Newton replied, "I'm great. Everything's good," Andrew Callahan of The Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: We'll have to see if Newton ends up listed on the Patriots' Week 2 injury report, but we're not concerned about his availability for next week's game against Seattle. In his first contest with New England, Newton completed 15 of 19 passes for 155 yards and logged 15 carries for 75 yards and a pair of TDs in Sunday's 21-11 win over the Dolphins. There will be weeks where Newton is asked to throw more, but from a fantasy perspective, the QB's usage in the team's ground game is encouraging, even…read more
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Two rushing scores in Week 1 win
Newton completed 15 of 19 passes for 155 yards and added 15 carries for 75 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 21-11 win over Miami.
Analysis: Newton did what he does best down by the goal line in the second quarter, scoring the game's first points with a four-yard touchdown run. He also scored with his legs from 11 yards out in the third quarter and added an efficient performance with his arm. Newton's heavy rushing volume should catapult him right back into the fantasy QB1 conversation moving forward despite the relative dearth of weapons in New England's passing attack. Up next for Newton is a high-profile showdown with Russell…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Named starting QB
Newton has been named the Patriots' starting quarterback, Jim McBride of the Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Per the report, the decision was confirmed during a team meeting Thursday. This was an expected outcome, given how well Newton has reportedly adjusted to running the New England offense. With that, he'll be backed up by Jarrett Stidham, with Brian Hoyer likely to stick around as the team's third QB. When healthy, Newton is a dynamic dual-threat quarterback, and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels should find creative ways to take advantage of the 31-year-old's considerable talents, though it…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 3 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't assume he's the starter
Newton said Wednesday that he isn't assuming that he's viewed as the Patriots' starting quarterback, even though he's been taking the majority of the first-team reps in recent practices, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "Absolutely not," Newton said when, asked if he sees himself as the starter at this time. "Every day is a work day for me. That [starter] label is not important to me right now."
Analysis: The consensus among the team's local beat writers is that Newton is pulling away in the Patriots' quarterback competition, an outcome that seemed probable from the moment the team signed him. Andrew Callahan the Boston Herald offered perhaps the most definitive statement Wednesday, relaying that "barring a miraculous upset or horrible injury, (Newton) should start Week 1 against Miami."
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Starting job his to lose?
The Patriots' starting quarterback job "is (Newton's) to lose," according to Andrew Callahan of The Boston Herald.
Analysis: There's a growing consensus among the the team's local beat writers that Newton is pulling away in the competition, with Jarrett Stidham's cause not aided by a hip issue that he's working through. Sunday's practice marked Newton's busiest yet with the Patriots in terms of team-portion snaps, with Callahan noting that Newton's "grasp at the controls of the Patriots offense is growing." In the event that Newton does secure the team's starting assignment, which is where things are clearly…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 23 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Favored to land starting job
Newton "should be looked at as the favorite" to claim the Patriots' starting QB job, Doug Kyed of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Once the Patriots signed the accomplished signal-caller, it was assumed by many that he'd land the job. That said, the team wasn't inclined to simply hand the assignment to Newton, with a young QB that the coaching staff likes in Jarrett Stidham also in the mix, along with veteran journeyman Brian Hoyer. With Stidham now reportedly dealing with a hip issue that could slow him in practice, Newton may well pull away in the competition in the coming days.
Published: Fri, Aug 21 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Part of QB rotation Monday
The Patriots split their QB reps during Monday's practice "fairly evenly" between Newton, Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Howe suggests that Stidham had the best day of the trio, though Mike Reiss of ESPN.com notes that "anyone that watched (the) practice would not have been able to clearly identify" the team's QB1, with "all getting equal reps." At this early stage of the team's on-field activities, the experience in the team's system that Stidham and Hoyer possess is a short-term advantage, but despite the ongoing narrative that the top job won't be handed to Newton, it would still be an upset if the newcomer…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't be handed starting job
Coach Bill Belichick reiterated Friday that Newton will need to compete for the starting job, ESPN.com's Tim Keown reports.
Analysis: Recently retired line coach Dante Scarnecchia believes Newton has a "huge edge," though Scarnecchia also said Jarrett Stidham is a "pretty good player" who makes a strong impression with his work ethic and intelligence. Newton combines those same qualities with superior physical skills, but he's struggled with injuries ever since his 2015 MVP campaign and now faces the challenge of learning a complicated playbook without the benefit of an offseason program or preseason games. Stidham, a 2019…read more
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Gets only $550K guaranteed
Newton's one-year contract with the Patriots includes only $550,000 guaranteed, with a $1.05 million base salary, $700,000 in per-game roster bonuses and $5.75 million in incentives, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The base value is essentially No. 3 QB money, while the max value is in high-end backup range. These contract details support recent reports suggesting Newton will need to earn the starting job, though he should have good odds in a competition with 2019 fourth-round pick Jarrett Stidham and 34-year-old journeyman Brian Hoyer. Newton was medically cleared in late March after struggling with foot and shoulder injuries the past few seasons.
Published: Thu, Jul 2 at 6:46am by Rotowire.com
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Not promised anything
The Patriots haven't promised Newton a starting job, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Newton may not have gotten any guarantees, but he'll be the favorite to emerge from a competition with 2019 fourth-round pick Jarrett Stidham and 34-year-old journeyman Brian Hoyer. The 2015 NFL MVP signed a one-year contact worth up to $7.5 million, hoping to repair his value after shoulder and foot injuries contributed to 16 missed games and uneven performance the past two seasons. Newton probably won't have great pass-catching weapons in New England, but he has a couple reliable possession…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 1 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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Finds landing spot with Pats
Newton has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Newton, who turned 31 last month, finally finds a home after he was released by the Panthers in March. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network notes that his incentive-laden one-year deal is worth up to $7.5 million, and it seems likely the contract includes a small guaranteed amount. In any case, Newton will enter a nice situation to maximize his talents in New England, and his combination of talent and experience should make him the favorite to enter the season as the starter. However, sophomore…read more
Published: Sun, Jun 28 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Loses game of musical chairs
Newton doesn't have a clear opportunity to sign with an NFL team as a starting quarterback, Nick Shook of NFL.com reports.
Analysis: The Panthers did Newton no favors in waiting until late March to release him. Tampa Bay and Indianapolis had already signed new starting QBs at that point, while other teams had used most of their cap space on free agents at different positions. The Chargers might have been Newton's best hope, but they've been saying good things about Tyrod Taylor and now have No. 6 overall draft pick Justin Herbert coming in. The Patriots and Jaguars also have been mentioned as possible fits, though they…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 27 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Officially released
The Panthers cut Newton on Tuesday.
Analysis: Unable to find a trade partner, the Panthers nonetheless will move forward with Teddy Bridgewater, Will Grier and P.J. Walker at quarterback. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Newton passed a physical examination Monday in Atlanta, with both his left foot and right shoulder checking out fine. Still, NFL suitors may want their own doctors to examine Newton, so it won't come as any surprise if he remains unsigned for a while. The shoulder has been a problem on and off for the past few years,…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 24 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Reportedly passes physical
Newton (foot/shoulder) underwent a physical in Atlanta on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Newton passed the physical -- which was coordinated by the Panthers and his agency team -- with his both his foot and shoulder "checking out well." This news follows reports that Carolina is expected to release the QB. Once that happens, Newton's passed physical should help him find a new team quicker than if there were looming questions regarding the soundness of his foot and/or shoulder.
Published: Tue, Mar 24 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to be released
The Panthers are expected to release Newton (foot) on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Recent reports suggested Newton would work with the Panthers to find a trade partner, but it seems they haven't had any luck in that regard. The veteran QB will soon hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent.
Published: Tue, Mar 24 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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Seeking trade out of Carolina
The Panthers have given Newton (foot) permission to seek a trade.
Analysis: Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that team and player are working together to find a trade, and Dianna Russini of ESPN adds that the Panthers have shown interest in signing Teddy Bridgewater. There have been signs pointing toward a rebuilding project under a new coaching staff in Carolina, but there was also some thought that the team might take one last chance at competing for a playoff spot with an offense led by Newton, Christian McCaffrey and D.J. Moore. It now seems clear the Panthers have…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 17 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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Likely keeping starting job
The Panthers are expected to move forward with Newton (foot) as their starting quarterback, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Analysis: There's some serious hedging language in the report, with Rapoport noting that "a lot can happen in the coming months," and also mentioning that Newton's foot is "several months" away from being game-ready. The Panthers expect their veteran QB to pass a physical in March, likely allowing for some degree of participation in the offseason program under new head coach Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Joe Brady. Newton will turn 31 in May as he enters the final season of a five-year, $103.8…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 6:07am by Rotowire.com
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Will likely be cleared in March
The Panthers expect Newton (foot) to pass a physical and be ready to return to football activity in March, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The team also expressed that Newton will be eased back into action if he is indeed cleared after undergoing surgery to repair a Lisfranc injury in his left foot. Of course, there's no guarantee Newton will still be with the Panthers next month, as new coach Matt Ruhle and offensive coordinator Joe Brady may opt to cut or trade the 30-year-old quarterback -- they would save $19 million against the salary cap in 2020 -- and build around a younger signal-caller. This process could stretch into the…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 17 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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May need to work out for team
The Panthers want to see Newton (foot) work out on the field in March before they decide his future with the organization, Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: As a nine-year veteran with three Pro Bowl appearances and an MVP award, Newton would have every right to be annoyed about the team evaluating him on the basis of a workout that takes place four months after he underwent Lisfranc surgery. His rehab progress is only one part of the equation, as there's some thought new head coach Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Joe Brady would prefer to rebuild around a young quarterback even if Newton is deemed healthy. The decision also involves team…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 5 at 7:52am by Rotowire.com
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New coach noncommittal on QB
Newly hired coach Matt Rhule wouldn't comment on Newton's (foot) status with the Panthers moving forward at his introductory news conference Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Rhule mentioned he had a conversation with Newton on Tuesday, saying the quarterback "didn't want to talk about the past. He wanted to talk about the future." Additionally, Rhule will defer to general manager Marty Hurney and owner David Tepper before making a final call on Newton, who has been plagued by injuries the past few seasons. At the moment, Newton is in recovery mode from a procedure to tighten the Lisfranc in his left foot. Of utmost importance, though, is the situation with his…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes surgery
Newton underwent surgery on the Lisfranc injury in his left foot Monday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: As Jourdan Rodrigue reported last week, the procedure was expected to be a "tightening of the Lisfranc area." With the surgery behind him, there's hope Newton will complete his rehab by the spring, per Person. His health aside, Newton's future with the Panthers is in question, as the team can save $19.1 million in salary cap space if it trades or releases the veteran signal-caller.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Surgery on tap next week
Interim coach Perry Fewell confirmed Wednesday that Newton will undergo surgery next week to address the Lisfranc injury in his left foot, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: A procedure has been hinted at since early November, so it seemed to be a matter of time before Newton went under the knife. According to Rodrigue, the surgery is "relatively simple," namely a "tightening of the Lisfranc area." Newton's recovery timeline is to be determined, but it could be as few as 8-to-10 weeks and as long as 6-to-9 months. Depending on how the rehab process treats Newton, he may be able to pass a physical when the new league year kicks off in early March. Notably, the…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for surgery
Newton plans to have surgery to address the Lisfranc injury to his left foot, Tiffany Blackmon of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Newton hasn't played since Week 2 and was placed on injured reserve Nov. 5. He should have time to recover from surgery before training camp next year, but his future with the Panthers remains uncertain, as 2020 marks the final season of his current contract. Newton will turn 31 in May, and the team can save $19.1 million in cap space if he's traded or released during the offseason, per OverTheCap.com. Of course, the Panthers might also have interest in a contract extension, especially if the…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 6:18am by Rotowire.com
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Surgery now being considered
The Panthers are now considering surgery to address the Lisfranc injury in Newton's left foot, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Newton previously was expected to focus on rehab instead of undergoing a procedure, but it appears the Panthers are considering a different plan of attack. Such a decision will be made in the next two weeks, at which point he'd embark on a recovery of 8-to-10 weeks on the short end, and three months at the most. If surgery is ordered up, Newton should be healthy by the time the new league year starts in early March. He has one year remaining on his contract…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 6:53am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on injured reserve
The Panthers placed Newton (foot) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Analysis: Coach Ron Rivera was previously unwilling to rule out an IR stint for Newton when asked about the matter, so the transaction doesn't come as a major surprise. Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, the move to IR officially rules out Newton returning in the regular season, though the quarterback could be reinstated to the 53-man roster should the Panthers make the playoffs and have one of their two "designated-to-return" spots still open. Kyle Allen will continue to serve as the team's starting…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Out again Week 10
Coach Ron Rivera confirmed Monday that Newton (foot) wouldn't be available for the Panthers' Week 10 game against the Packers, Max Henson of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Though reports surfaced over the weekend suggesting Newton might be a candidate for injured reserve due to the slow progress in his recovery from the Lisfranc injury, Rivera was unwilling to comment on the quarterback's status beyond Week 10. Kyle Allen will pick up an eighth consecutive start in Newton's stead Sunday in Green Bay.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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IR stint not ruled out
Coach Ron Rivera said, "We'll see," when asked whether Newton (foot) will be placed on injured reserve, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Newton has missed six consecutive games due to a Lisfranc injury in his left foot. After a recent visit with Dr. Robert Anderson, Newton doesn't have surgery in his imminent future, per David Newton of ESPN.com. Instead, Newton is "expected to need several weeks' more rest," according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Rivera's comments after Sunday's win against the Titans indicate the Panthers haven't ruled out an IR stint for Newton, which effectively would end his season. For the foreseeable…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to avoid surgery, still no timeline
Newton isn't expected to require a procedure to address the Lisfranc injury to his left foot after meeting this week with Dr. Robert Anderson, who didn't recommend surgery to treat the injury, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While Newton appears set to continue treating the injury through rest and rehab, the Panthers "have no [specific] timeline" for the 2015 MVP's return to action, per Josina Anderson of ESPN. Meanwhile, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Newton is "expected to need several weeks' more rest" for his foot to heal, making a move to injured reserve an increasingly realistic possibility. Kyle Allen will make a sixth consecutive start in place of Newton on Sunday versus Tennessee.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:33am by Rotowire.com
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Visiting foot specialist
Newton (foot) will visit foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson in Green Bay on Friday, Josina Anderson of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Newton was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans at the start of the week and didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the veteran quarterback's Lisfranc injury isn't improving as expected, prompting the trip to Green Bay. Newton elected to forgo surgery in favor of the rest-and-rehab method after aggravating the preseason injury in Week 2, but his lack of progress may have him reconsidering going under the knife. Kyle Allen will continue to…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 6:26am by Rotowire.com
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Visiting foot specialist
Newton (foot) is visiting foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson in Green Bay on Friday, Josina Anderson of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Newton was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans at the start of the week and did not practice Wednesday or Thursday, and it doesn't look as though he'll be finishing the week on the practice field. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the veteran quarterback's Lisfranc injury isn't improving as expected to prompt the trip to Green Bay. Kyle Allen will continue to operate as the Panthers' starting quarterback in the meantime, while Newton doesn't appear particularly close to…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 6:26am by Rotowire.com
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- Ameer Abdullah turns on afterburners on 23-yard TD catch and run Sun, Dec 19 at 12:53pm
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- Cam Newton shoulder-charges his way into end zone for 4-yard TD runSun, Dec 19 at 11:28am
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton scores a rushing touchdown, his fifth straight game with a rushing score.
- Right place, right time! Cam Newton's fumble bounces into D.J. Moore's hands for first downSun, Dec 19 at 10:46am
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton's fumble takes a happy bounce right into the hands of wide receiver D.J. Moore for a first-down pickup.
- Cam Newton reacts to Week 14 loss against FalconsSun, Dec 12 at 9:26pm
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton reacts to Week 14 loss against Atlanta Falcons.
- D.J. Moore makes leaping snatch on Cam Newton's fastball for 18-yard gainSun, Dec 12 at 12:15pm
Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore makes a leaping snatch on quarterback Cam Newton's fastball for 18-yard gain.
- Newton finds Anderson with pinpoint throw for 23-yard gainSun, Dec 12 at 11:12am
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton finds wide receiver Robby Anderson with a pinpoint throw for 23-yard gain.