Cam Newton signs 1-year deal with New England Patriots, reports say
The move comes shortly after Tom Brady left the Patriots for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}It appears Cam Newton has found a new home -- with a team that just gave up its megastar quarterback.
The former NFL MVP has signed a 1-year deal with the New England Patriots, ESPN and NFL Network reported. The deal is said to be worth up to $7.5 million.
Newton, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, led the Carolina Panthers to three straight NFC South titles from 2013-15, and a Super Bowl appearance during the 2015 season when he was awarded the league MVP. He also earned three Pro Bowls in nine seasons.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Newton missed 16 regular-season games over the last two years due to a foot injury that required a procedure. He also had multiple shoulder surgeries in his career.
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Newton should step into a starting role in New England as the successor to future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady, who left for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earlier in the offseason.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Newton, Brian Hoyer and Jarrett Stidham are expected to be the quarterbacks on the roster when training camp begins.