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Tagged: Cam Newton (172 Results)

Sep
14

Newton runs wild, leads Patriots in debut

New England quarterback CAM NEWTON had a successful debut on Sunday in the Patriots win over the Miami Dolphins. Newton rushed for more yards on Sunday (75) than former quarterback TOMMore BRADY did in the past two regular seasons combined. Newton’s 75 yards on 15 carries was the most rushing yardage in a game for a Patriots’ quarterback since 1977, and the most rushing yards by a quarterback under Bill Belichick. Less

Source: Boston Globe

Sep
4

Patriots name starting quarterback for 2020 season

The New England Patriots named veteran CAM NEWTON as the team’s starting quarterback on Thursday. Newton won the job over fellow veteran BRIAN HOYER and second-year signal caller JARRETT STIDHAM. InMore addition to winning the starting gig, Newton was also named a team captain. The Patriots play the Miami Dolphins to open the season on September 13th, with Newton under center for the game. Less

Source: New England Sports Network

Aug
25

Belichick “very impressed” with veteran QB Newton

New England coach Bill Belichick is not known for showering complements on his players. So fantasy owners should take note that Belichick recently praised new quarterback CAM NEWTON, saying that heMore was “very impressed” with his new signal-caller. Belichick said that Newton has studied hard and spent extra time to learn the offense, adding that the veteran is extremely hard working and a very skilled athlete. Newton appears to be inching closer to the starting gig in New England. Less

Source: NFL.com

Aug
24

Newton tightens grip on starting QB gig

New England quarterback JARRETT STIDHAM has been dealing with a hip injury that has caused him to miss several practice sessions over the past week. With Stidham hurting, veteran quarterbacks CAMMore NEWTON and BRIAN HOYER have been getting all of the practice reps for the Patriots. The longer Stidham continues to operate at less than 100 percent, the tighter Newton’s grip on the starting job gets. Less

Source: New England Sports Network

Aug
20

Quarterback committee coming to New England?

When questioned during a Wednesday press conference about the possibility of using multiple quarterbacks during the 2020 season, New England head coach Bill Belichick indicated that it could be something toMore consider. It’s bad enough that fantasy owners have to sort through running back committees, but now a possible quarterback committee? When the Patriots signed CAM NEWTON earlier in the offseason, the assumption was that he would step into the starting role. However, coach Belichick doesn’t appear ready to dismiss JARETT STIDHAM and BRIAN HOYER just yet. Less

Source: NFL.com

Podcast: July 22 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff navigate a world in which Cam Newton has replaced Tom Brady, DeAndre Hopkins has been traded for David Johnson, and no one has to sit through any preseason football. Sponsored by RealTime Fantasy Sports (rtsports.com).  more »

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Jul
7

Patriots QB Newton “tired of being humble”

New England quarterback CAM NEWTON said recently that he is “tired of being humble”. Newton has remained quiet and humble throughout a free agency period in which he was the lastMore big-name quarterback to be signed. Now a member of the Patriots, Newton suggests that is all about to change. He has plenty of motivation heading into the upcoming season after being cut by the Carolina Panthers and signing an incentive-laden deal with New England. Less

Source: NFL.com

Factoid: Cam Newton

I like the fit of Cam Newton with the Patriots. With Josh McDaniels and Bill Belichick, I think they’ll have a good feel for how to use him. And Newton still has plenty of good ball left.  more »

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Factoid: Cam Newton

I’m intrigued by what Cam Newton might do in New England. I’m not sure if he’ll be an above-average passer, but his rushing production could help make him a top-10 player at his position.   more »

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Around the NFL: Cam Newton

The Jarrett Stidham era was fun while it lasted. Sure, New England signed Cam Newton yesterday only to "come in and compete for the starting job." They can say whatever they want. If he's healthy, the former No. 1 overall pick will be in the lineup this year. The 2019 fourth-rounder will be on the bench.   more »

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Jun
29

Patriots sign QB Newton to one-year deal

The New England Patriots made headlines on Sunday evening with the news that they signed free agent quarterback CAM NEWTON to a one-year deal. Newton was released by the Carolina Panthers,More where he spent the past nine seasons after being drafted with the first overall pick in 2011. Newton instantly becomes the most experienced quarterback on a roster that also includes JARRETT STIDHAM, BRIAN HOYER, J’MAR SMITH, and BRIAN LEWERKE. Less

Source: Boston Globe

Jun
15

QB Newton throws passes to Beckham Jr.

Free agent quarterback CAM NEWTON posted a video on Saturday of himself throwing passes to star wide receiver ODELL BECKHAM JR. Newton remains the top quarterback left on the NFL free-agentMore market following his release from the Carolina Panthers in March. Newton was sidelined for most of his final season in Carolina due to an ongoing foot injury, eventually being placed on IR in November. Less

Source: New York Post

May
21

Chargers considered QB Newton

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn admitted that the team did consider free agent quarterback CAM NEWTON at one point. Given the questions about Newton’s health and other factors, theMore Chargers passed on signing him and instead decided to move forward with veteran TYROD TAYLOR and rookie JUSTIN HERBERT. Newton, meanwhile, remains unsigned. Less

Source: NFL.com

May
18

Seahawks re-sign backup QB Smith

The Seattle Seahawks re-signed veteran quarterback GENO SMITH to serve for at least another season as the backup to RUSSELL WILSON. If Smith can outperform undrafted rookie free agent ANTHONY GORDONMore (Washington State), the job is his. The move to re-sign Smith seems to put to rest speculation about the Seahawks potentially adding veteran free agent quarterback CAM NEWTON, although there was no indication the team ever seriously considered such a move. Less

Source: Seattle Times

Around the NFL: Veteran quarterbacks

Does Bill Belichick actually think Jarrett Stidham can be a decent starting quarterback? Or is he right now pulling the ultimate Jedi mind trick?  more »

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