QB Cam Newton, Retired (2 Viewers)

[Faust]

CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones reports the "expectation" is that Cam Newton will be released in the coming days, but the Bears are considering a trade.

The Panthers have botched the Newton situation this offseason and are now in a position where they'll either trade him for minimal value or straight-up release him. For a former MVP, that's less than ideal even if he is coming off serious injuries. Jones reports the Bears are discussing a trade for Newton because they "may not want to compete" for his services on the open free agency market upon his expected release. With restrictions limiting medical exams, any team would be taking a risk on Newton by acquiring him via trade. However, it seems like the reward outweighs the risk given the expected low cost of a deal.

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SOURCE: Jonathan Jones on Twitter

Mar 18, 2020, 10:20 AM ET

 

[Faust]

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio reports the Chargers are debating whether to pursue Cam Newton.

The Panthers are in an even tougher spot with Newton than they were yesterday now that the Bears have traded for Nick Foles. There's simply not many spots for Newton right now and with visitations postponed, teams will likely be risk-averse in trading for the former MVP. It's probable that Carolina will have to release Newton, who will then get a chance to pick his landing spot. The Chargers have the money, surrounding talent, and location to be an attractive destination for him.

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SOURCE: Pro Football Talk on NBC Sports

Mar 18, 2020, 1:45 PM ET

 

[Jacksonke1]

Cam can sell his hat and scarf collection on Poshmark and retire comfortably. All he seems to really care about anyway.

 

[Craig_MiamiFL]

Beginning to think it's more and more likely he winds up a Patriot after his eventual release IMO and he'll hope to make money after this year. 

I've never thought Carolina would find a trade partner given his injuries/recent W-L record/lack of connections & open starting spots in the league/salary. A lot of negatives to overcome there. The two obvious destinations (after release) are Giants and Redskins as he has the ties.  Both spots, even if I'm not a big fan of Haskins myself, he's going to have to accept starting 2020 as a backup JMO.

 

[Cjw_55106]

Beginning to think it's more and more likely he winds up a Patriot after his eventual release IMO and he'll hope to make money after this year. 

I've never thought Carolina would find a trade partner given his injuries/recent W-L record/lack of connections & open starting spots in the league/salary. A lot of negatives to overcome there. The two obvious destinations (after release) are Giants and Redskins as he has the ties.  Both spots, even if I'm not a big fan of Haskins myself, he's going to have to accept starting 2020 as a backup JMO.

They traded for Kyle Allen yesterday. 

 

[BoltBacker]

Beginning to think it's more and more likely he winds up a Patriot after his eventual release IMO and he'll hope to make money after this year. 

I have a difficult time picturing either Newton or Winston playing for NE.

IMO there are teams waiting in the weeds to sign him when he is outright released. He seems like a los angeles guy to me and the chargers are desperate to sell a few jerseys. Supposedly Lynn wants a more mobile QB in that offense and that's why he insists he's willing to roll with Tyrod Taylor but Newton in la just seems like a natural fit. Even Mike Williams/Hunter Henry seem like Cam-type receivers to me(Allen less so).

 

[Faust]

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Panthers are expected to release Cam Newton.

This was always the direction these two were headed once the organization realized no one would cough up even the slightest compensation for an injury-riddled 30-year-old due $21.1 million on the final year of his contract and unable to meet with team doctors. The move tacks on $2 million in dead cap space against the Panthers while Newton himself will likely be stranded on the streets in the interim awaiting for facilities to re-open in order to receive a physical. The Chargers had shown interest in swapping before hearing Carolina's demands, so it's plausible he lands in Los Angeles on a one-year deal. The Patriots also make sense as suitors.

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SOURCE: Adam Schefter on Twitter

Mar 24, 2020, 10:44 AM ET

 

[tommyGunZ]

I have a difficult time picturing either Newton or Winston playing for NE.

IMO there are teams waiting in the weeds to sign him when he is outright released. He seems like a los angeles guy to me and the chargers are desperate to sell a few jerseys. Supposedly Lynn wants a more mobile QB in that offense and that's why he insists he's willing to roll with Tyrod Taylor but Newton in la just seems like a natural fit. Even Mike Williams/Hunter Henry seem like Cam-type receivers to me(Allen less so).

If I was Tom Telesco, I'd be all in on Cam.  As you point out, he's tailor made for Lynn's offense and already has an excellent receiving core.  Ekler is a poor man's McCaffrey.  And it allows the Bolts to use the #6 on Isaiah Simmons, who would make the defense absolutely elite.

 

[Ghost Rider]

I have a difficult time picturing either Newton or Winston playing for NE.

IMO there are teams waiting in the weeds to sign him when he is outright released. He seems like a los angeles guy to me and the chargers are desperate to sell a few jerseys. Supposedly Lynn wants a more mobile QB in that offense and that's why he insists he's willing to roll with Tyrod Taylor but Newton in la just seems like a natural fit. Even Mike Williams/Hunter Henry seem like Cam-type receivers to me(Allen less so).

The Chargers makes the most sense.  Pair him with Taylor, and hope you get at least 8 games out of Cam and then Taylor can play the rest. 

Would be a downgrade for all Chargers receivers, though.

 

[Faust]

Potential landing spots for QB Cam Newton

Chargers and Bears, Oh My! Who has the best odds to sign Cam Newton?

 

[Faust]

The Five Best Landing Spots for Cam Newton

 

[JohnnyU]

The Five Best Landing Spots for Cam Newton

....and no mention of the Charges, who I think, and a lot of others here, believe they are the best fit.

 

[Faust]

Panthers released QB Cam Newton. 

The No. 1 overall pick of the 2011 draft departs Carolina as one of the best players in franchise history. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Newton took and passed a physical on Monday. Newton's past two seasons have been wrecked by foot and shoulder issues. Formerly an iron man, Newton's aggressive style of play has partly caught up with him, though he is only 30 years old. Growing more efficient as a passer in recent years, Newton still provides sky-high upside as a dual-threat. The teams with the biggest need at quarterback are the Chargers and Patriots. The Athletic's Jeff Howe reports the Patriots do not have "any immediate interest."

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Mar 24, 2020, 3:24 PM ET

 

[BoltBacker]

....and no mention of the Charges, who I think, and a lot of others here, believe they are the best fit.

Yeah, it's pretty amazing to me that anyone would think la is a good fit for Cam and they were talking about the Rams. The Rams are right up against the cap and recently had to release Clay Mathews because he was making $3+mil. That's pretty shocking to me. 

I'm also surprised to hear CHI mentioned after they already added Foles. Maybe they think everything said about Trubisky has been a smoke screen but even then CHI is right up against the cap just like the Rams. 

Some of these guesses seem pretty bizarre to me.

 

[BoltBacker]

Would be a downgrade for all Chargers receivers, though.

I think the Charger receivers(and runners for that matter) are in for a downgrade whether it's Cam, a rookie, or Tyrod Taylor.

The only way the Charger receivers get anything close to an upgrade is if they sign Winston which I doubt. Winston is fantasy gold and that is a reflection of how bad most fantasy scoring is. Yards just matter so much more than TO's.

 

[rockaction]

IMO Cam ends up in Miami. They have a short term need and cap space last time I checked 

Ftiz might be better all around in a number of things.

 

[Stompin' Tom Connors]

People saying NE should be interested... I believe they have about 4 mil in space. 

Just lazy to throw out destinations without considering cap implications at all. 

Last I checked I think they had just north of $5MM but your point still absolutely stands - they aren't bringing in Cam for the money they have.

That said, it's hard to believe that NE is gong to trust the dynamic duo of Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer. They have a late round pick and not tons of draft capital to trade up to nab one of the more top prospect rookie QBs -- they have a boatload of compensatory picks, something like 3 3rd round picks, 4 6th round picks, and 3 7th round picks, but I can't see a team trading down for a second and multiple late round picks. 

QB position is going to be mighty interesting in NE this year.

 

[BoltBacker]

That said, it's hard to believe that NE is gong to trust the dynamic duo of Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer.

With most teams/coaches I would agree with you but I'm not so sure with BB/NE. IMO Bill honestly thought his defense and running game would just carry that team to a SB run if you look at what it did in terms of team building last offseason. 

Keep in mind that since Tom Brady has missed games as the starter they have gone something like 13-6 with Cassel/Garappolo/Brissett. That group is better than Stidham/Hoyer but it's arguable how much better. Stidham probably has a higher ceiling than at least two of those guys.

 

[Snorkelson]

With most teams/coaches I would agree with you but I'm not so sure with BB/NE. IMO Bill honestly thought his defense and running game would just carry that team to a SB run if you look at what it did in terms of team building last offseason. 

Keep in mind that since Tom Brady has missed games as the starter they have gone something like 13-6 with Cassel/Garappolo/Brissett. That group is better than Stidham/Hoyer but it's arguable how much better. Stidham probably has a higher ceiling than at least two of those guys.

With the cap situation and the team in place I feel like this will be a reset year for NE. Play it out, get the books manageable, and go from there. 
Not a lot of places make sense for cam. He isn’t a pure passer, and he can’t lean on his running and stay healthy. His demeanor- the flashy clothes, the pouting, the way he has handled his release, isn’t something I’d want to take on for what he likely wants for a contract. It was fine when he was winning, but he’s not the same qb. He doesn’t seem like the guy who will take a backup contract and sit behind another qb and quietly work, which might be what happens as the jobs and money dry up. 
I think Miami has a deal ready with Detroit, washington trading for Allen signals they aren’t taking Tua although that doesn’t mean another team doesn’t try to jump the dolphin, so I doubt they bring in Cam as a mentor/starter. SD probably can go ahead with Taylor if they want to, I don’t think Cam is a big upgrade. TT has been decent in spite of his supporting cast throughout his career, and SD could easily draft one if the top qbs as well. 
I like Cam despite my criticism of his demeanor. I’m not sure he can return to his effectiveness, and we all likely predicted that his game/play style wasn’t likely going to last long term. I think his personality would be a fit in the broadcasting booth or nfl studio, so I hope he navigates the rest of his career with grace. 

 

[-OZ-]

The Chargers makes the most sense.  Pair him with Taylor, and hope you get at least 8 games out of Cam and then Taylor can play the rest. 

Would be a downgrade for all Chargers receivers, though.

From Rivers to cam is a downgrade.

TT to cam? Pretty sure that's an upgrade. 

 

[-OZ-]

The Five Best Landing Spots for Cam Newton

....and no mention of the Charges, who I think, and a lot of others here, believe they are the best fit.

Just a bad article overall. Jags might make sense. The rest, not really. 

It likely won't happen, but if the raiders could trade Carr, cam in Las Vegas could be fun.

 

[Snorkelson]

Just a bad article overall. Jags might make sense. The rest, not really. 

It likely won't happen, but if the raiders could trade Carr, cam in Las Vegas could be fun.

Is coughlin still involved with the jags? I don’t see him being a Cam guy. Lol at “likely won’t happen.” I think someone gives Winston a job before cam. Starting jobs are drying up fast.

 

[Wise Old Owl]

With most teams/coaches I would agree with you but I'm not so sure with BB/NE. IMO Bill honestly thought his defense and running game would just carry that team to a SB run if you look at what it did in terms of team building last offseason. 

Keep in mind that since Tom Brady has missed games as the starter they have gone something like 13-6 with Cassel/Garappolo/Brissett. That group is better than Stidham/Hoyer but it's arguable how much better. Stidham probably has a higher ceiling than at least two of those guys.

BB tried desperately to improve his passing game last year. It just didn't work. He drafted Harry in the first, brought in problematic players in Gordon and Brown, way overpaid to trade for Sanu.

 

[-OZ-]

Is coughlin still involved with the jags? I don’t see him being a Cam guy. Lol at “likely won’t happen.” I think someone gives Winston a job before cam. Starting jobs are drying up fast.

We'll see. You may be right. But I think cam may be a better bridge to a rookie than Winston.  Both probably want more money than they deserve.

 

[Boston]

We'll see. You may be right. But I think cam may be a better bridge to a rookie than Winston.  Both probably want more money than they deserve.

Cam has a pretty big ego...not sure how he would be if he was in a bridge situation with a legit successor on the team as well.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

We'll see. You may be right. But I think cam may be a better bridge to a rookie than Winston.  Both probably want more money than they deserve.

Was Newton's 2020 money guaranteed? I think it was. If so he's starting out with $22MM (?) for this season in his pocket already so he can take a one year prove it type deal to rebuild his value. 

 

[Brunell4MVP]

Was Newton's 2020 money guaranteed? I think it was. If so he's starting out with $22MM (?) for this season in his pocket already so he can take a one year prove it type deal to rebuild his value. 

None of it was guaranteed in 2020.  They wouldn't have cut him if it was.  He's making $0 at this point.   The last part of his guaranteed salary was paid in 2017.  His bonuses were guaranteed in 2018 and 2019 though, which is why he was basically uncuttable then.  CAR is just stuck with a $2M dead cap hit at this point - proration from previously paid bonuses.

He has plenty of money.  How he gets back into a starter role...only time will tell.   It may come down to a starting QB getting hurt or after the draft before either gets even a chance to be a starter  He's taken a lot of hits between the NFL and college.  He certainly has value to a team.  Like Winston.  Just not sure it's a contract they are going to like.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

None of it was guaranteed in 2020.  They wouldn't have cut him if it was.  He's making $0 at this point.   The last part of his guaranteed salary was paid in 2017.  His bonuses were guaranteed in 2018 and 2019 though, which is why he was basically uncuttable then.  CAR is just stuck with a $2M dead cap hit at this point - proration from previously paid bonuses.

He has plenty of money.  How he gets back into a starter role...only time will tell.   It may come down to a starting QB getting hurt or after the draft before either gets even a chance to be a starter  He's taken a lot of hits between the NFL and college.  He certainly has value to a team.  Like Winston.  Just not sure it's a contract they are going to like.

Thanks.

 

[Faust]

Five team fits for Cam Newton; Kyle Allen to win Redskins job?

Excerpt:

It's rare to see any quarterback with a Super Bowl appearance, MVP award and NFL records on his resume hit the open market, let alone one who's still only 30 years old, but that is the situation Cam Newton finds himself in. The Carolina Panthers released the former No. 1 overall pick earlier this week after failing to find a trade partner for the 10th-year veteran.

While the fact that Newton remains unsigned as of this writing isn't a surprise given that NFL teams are not performing physicals at this time due to the coronavirus pandemic (he did pass a physical coordinated by the Panthers and his agency before being released by Carolina, per ESPN), it's still a surprise to see a player with Newton's credentials searching for work in what should be the prime of his career. Sure, his injuries in recent years, and subsequent disappointing production, cloud his evaluation, but we're talking about a guy who was the toast of the league not too long ago.

Newton holds the NFL records for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback (58) and most games with a passing and rushing touchdown. Although questions about his ability to continue to thrive as a mobile playmaker are valid based on the shoulder injury and Lisfranc fracture he suffered in consecutive seasons, it should be noted that Newton was playing some of the best football of his career under coordinator Norv Turner in 2018. Prior to his shoulder injury -- which he suffered against the Steelersin Week 10 of the season -- Newton had posted a 67.3 percent completion rate with a 13:4 touchdown-to-interception ratio in eight starts.

Let those numbers marinate for a minute. Cam was excelling as a passer in Turner's traditional offense while also displaying the same dangerous running skills on the perimeter that made him a nightmare to defend.

That's why I'm reluctant to focus only on his declining production since that game in Pittsburgh, but here they are anyway: 64.9 percent completion rate and a 9:10 touchdown-to-interception ratio in eight starts. The former All-Pro rushed for just 144 yards in that span.

Some might be ready to write him off based on those numbers, but I believe it's only a matter of time before Newton finds his way back onto an NFL roster. Teams are undoubtedly going to want their own confirmation on his health status before determining whether to sign him. Assuming he checks out health-wise, a smart team should snatch up the three-time Pro Bowler to take advantage of the best value on the market at the moment. Newton would give a QB-needy team a high-end quarterback with top-10-playmaker potential and it could get him at a modest price based on the limited number of suitors in the marketplace.

He shouldn't be ignored by contending teams, either. Squads with an established quarterback could get a solid insurance policy to protect against a significant injury to their starter. While I believe Newton certainly still wants to be a QB1, he could take this opportunity to pick the right coaching staff to help him grow his game as a passer and extend his career into his late 30s.

We've recently witnessed Teddy Bridgewater's re-emergence after spending two years under Sean Payton in New Orleans. We also watched Ryan Tannehill re-launch his career by biding his time in Tennessee until he was given a chance to take the reins. If Newton is careful and selective during this process, we could see a return to greatness from a playmaker who is seemingly being cast aside by the football world.

Here are five teams that make sense for the former MVP:

New England Patriots: It's rare for Bill Belichick to lavish praise on opposing players, but his respect for Newton's talents is well documented. Belichick has outlined the challenges of playing against a big, athletic quarterback with power and versatility like Newton's. Given offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels' creative mind and his affinity for athletic quarterbacks (SEE: Tim Tebow), it would be interesting to find out what the Patriots could do with his talents. Keep these numbers, via Panthers Wire, in mind: Newton has posted his best passer rating against any opponent (128.2) while completing 71.9 percent of his passes (more than 12 points higher than his career rate) and averaging 7.07 yards per rush (almost two yards higher than his career average) against the Patriots.

That's a lot of production for Belichick to see in person, and it's one of the reasons why I think Newton could be on the Patriots' roster this fall.

Los Angeles Chargers: Head coach Anthony Lynn clearly has a lot of confidence in Tyrod Taylor, but there's no way he can ignore Newton's potential as a dynamic QB with explosive playmaking ability. Newton's athleticism could enhance the Chargers' running game, while the Chargers' big-bodied receivers would expand the strike zone for the streaky passer. If the Chargers are comfortable with Newton's health and his bold personality, they could gain ground on their division rivals with the former MVP leading the way.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Newton's personality might scare off the Jaguars' coaching staff and executives based on their recent experiences with some alpha dogs. That said, he would be a significant upgrade over Gardner Minshew and Newton's athleticism would help coach Doug Marrone stick to a ground-and-pound attack with the running game leading the way. If Newton can convince the front office that he will be a team player, he could help lead a young team back into playoff contention.

San Francisco 49ers: Before you laugh at the mere suggestion of Newton joining the Jimmy Garoppolo-led 49ers, let me be clear: This would be a move driven by the quarterback's desire to join a team coached by an A-1 quarterback developer to enhance his chances of extending his career as he transitions from dual-threat playmaker to mobile assassin in an offense that features a number of movement-based passing concepts. Newton would give the 49ers a high-end quarterback in the bullpen to fill in if Jimmy G suffered an injury, and he could give the team options down the road when it comes to the QB1 position.

Baltimore Ravens: Newton's presence in the building won't threaten reigning MVP Lamar Jackson, but it would upgrade the talent behind the spectacular playmaker. Newton is a much better player than the current backup (Robert Griffin III) and his dual-threat talents would mesh well with the Ravens' scheme. Naturally, coach John Harbaugh would need to be comfortable with Newton's willingness to embrace a new role, but having a former MVP at his disposal could keep the Ravens in title contention in the midst of a catastrophe were Jackson to miss time with an injury.

 

[Faust]

Cam Newton's reaction to release will define the rest of his career

 

[Soulfly3]

he's the nfl's carmelo anthony in how he'll get treated hereon out

 

[Snorkelson]

It won’t happen, but I wish there was a place he could go as the backup qb and still get used- his durability and consistency are the biggest questions, but I don’t doubt he could come in on an x and short and be effective. I think he’s one of only a handful of atheletes in the nfl that could line up at several positions and excel. I don’t think he fits as a normal backup (cost/personality) and wouldn’t want to pay him starter money until he breaks down, but if he embraced that kind of role he could really help a contender.

 

[lod001]

His value is near zero. No reason for a bad team to pick him up. They need to rebuild , not win 6 games. No reason for a contender to pick him up, they already have a QB. That's why they are a contender. Can't throw and legs are shot. This is a prime example of why you draft QBs with accuracy. He lasted 1/2 the time of real franchise QBs. This is best case scenario for Lamar Jackson. 

 

[daveR]

I dunno.  PIT could use a real bkup...

 

[JohnnyU]

I dunno.  PIT could use a real bkup...

I don't think Newton views himself as a backup. 

 

[BradtheAg]

I think he's going to have to unless he views himself as unemployed

 

[Soulfly3]

i have always disliked this guy, but the level of shafting he's about to get is sad to see.

his own team burned him and now he's in a market w very few options while he still views himself as an elite starter. 

what a mess.

 

[pantherclub]

i have always disliked this guy, but the level of shafting he's about to get is sad to see.

his own team burned him and now he's in a market w very few options while he still views himself as an elite starter. 

what a mess.

He has very few options because he is hurt and teams know that.

 

[Soulfly3]

He has very few options because he is hurt and teams know that.

i wouldnt sign him for anything more than a backup, which is the complete problem. 

i cant see him accepting it. 

 

[Cjw_55106]

Outside of a couple spots, he’s going somewhere as a backup. He needs to accept that and pick the spot he feels he may get an opportunity either because of poor play or injury. 

 

[JohnnyU]

i wouldnt sign him for anything more than a backup, which is the complete problem. 

i cant see him accepting it. 

If he has a lot of money in the bank he doesn't have to accept it.

 

[Stompin' Tom Connors]

i have always disliked this guy, but the level of shafting he's about to get is sad to see.

his own team burned him and now he's in a market w very few options while he still views himself as an elite starter. 

what a mess.

Was never a fan either but I think there is real concern about his durability and his shoulder holding up. So not sure this is a shaft as opposed to the real life realities of pro football. Regardless of his outsized ego, his ability to stay healthy is the key to whether he can carve out a role.

 

[tommyGunZ]

I’ll never understand the Cam haters. Guy was loved by his teammates and by all accounts a stand up guy off the field. No DUIs, no arrests, no kids by a handful of random women, as far as I know.  

Some organization is going to get a rested, healthy, and extremely motivated former MVP with a lot of tread left. I’m a Charger hater due to ownership, but if they were still in San Diego I’d be begging for the Chargers to get him an incentive laden, multi year deal. 

 

[BassNBrew]

I’ll never understand the Cam haters. Guy was loved by his teammates and by all accounts a stand up guy off the field. No DUIs, no arrests, no kids by a handful of random women, as far as I know.  

Some organization is going to get a rested, healthy, and extremely motivated former MVP with a lot of tread left. I’m a Charger hater due to ownership, but if they were still in San Diego I’d be begging for the Chargers to get him an incentive laden, multi year deal. 

Who do you root for these days?

 

[tommyGunZ]

Who do you root for these days?

I’m currently a fan without a team.  I find myself organically following/rooting for Seattle the most, but they’re too far away to actually attend games. 

Being a FA fan sucks.  

 

[JoeSteeler]

maybe he needs to sit out a year, get healthy (assuming he isn't now) and come back next year.

could be a good year to do it with all the uncertainty due to cv-19

 

[Snorkelson]

I’m currently a fan without a team.  I find myself organically following/rooting for Seattle the most, but they’re too far away to actually attend games. 

Being a FA fan sucks.  

I tried testing the market but my emotions live and die with the Detroit Lions. You’re not as bad off as you think.

 

[Snorkelson]

I’ll never understand the Cam haters. Guy was loved by his teammates and by all accounts a stand up guy off the field. No DUIs, no arrests, no kids by a handful of random women, as far as I know.  

Some organization is going to get a rested, healthy, and extremely motivated former MVP with a lot of tread left. I’m a Charger hater due to ownership, but if they were still in San Diego I’d be begging for the Chargers to get him an incentive laden, multi year deal. 

I didn’t like Cam when he first came into the league, mainly because he came off as arrogant. I realized after a while that it wasn’t so much arrogance as much as it was confidence, and came to appreciate his talent. His press conferences were human, a young man showing emotions sometimes- confidence, frustration, sadness. I’m not sure he is/will be healthy enough to carry a team on his shoulders again, and has never been a pure passer. 

 

[ffmail4me]

Cam is definitely a very polarizing player. I live in NC, and people here either love him or hate him, including Panthers fans. Seems there is very little middle ground with this guy. Personally, I think he was a lot of fun to watch (when he wasn't hoarding goal line TDs off your RB) because he's a linebacker playing QB. But he certainly doesn't carry himself as "professional" as most of the great QBs do, at least in his post game pressers. Can't recall seeing Manning, Brady, Rodgers, Brees, Farve, etc. pout during press conferences, or wear clothes that scream "I need attention!!" I'd like to see him get another shot, but I also doubt he can fully bounce back. His running ability and strength helped him extend plays, but if he's lost a lot of that, the arm was never accurate enough to make him a great QB. I'm sure that's why he's still a FA right now. 

 

[JohnnyU]

Cam is definitely a very polarizing player. I live in NC, and people here either love him or hate him, including Panthers fans. Seems there is very little middle ground with this guy. Personally, I think he was a lot of fun to watch (when he wasn't hoarding goal line TDs off your RB) because he's a linebacker playing QB. But he certainly doesn't carry himself as "professional" as most of the great QBs do, at least in his post game pressers. Can't recall seeing Manning, Brady, Rodgers, Brees, Farve, etc. pout during press conferences, or wear clothes that scream "I need attention!!" I'd like to see him get another shot, but I also doubt he can fully bounce back. His running ability and strength helped him extend plays, but if he's lost a lot of that, the arm was never accurate enough to make him a great QB. I'm sure that's why he's still a FA right now. 

The last sentence is the most important in this post and is very telling.