Itâs not even been twoweeks since thenew league year began but many big-name quarterbacks have already been on the move. However, the Carolina Panthers have failed to sign any of the most attractive options on the market.
Russell Wilson has left Seattle for Denver, while Deshaun Watson has chosen the Cleveland Browns. The Panthers also haveto cross otheralternatives such as Matt Ryan or Carson Wentz off their list.
Carolina still have time to add to the position but the options have significantly been reduced. Right now, the team seems to be open to all options ahead of the 2022 NFL season, including the return of Cam Newton.
Panthers wonât shut the door on Cam Newton yet
Even though his much-hyped return in 2021 didnât go as expected, Carolina seems to be open to the idea of re-signing the 2015 NFL MVP. While general manager Scott Fitterer suggested that Sam Darnold is in the leadfor the job, he also said that Newtonâs return could be on the cards.
âThe thing with Cam is itâs got to be a fit for us and itâs got to be a fit for him just as well,âFitterer said, as quoted by ProFootballTalk. âHeâs looking for a certain opportunity. And the doorâs still open for us.
âWeâre very open to Cam. Weâll see where it goes. He knows where we stand. I think he and Matt [Rhule] had a really good conversation, from my understanding. So weâll just see where it goes.â
Newton returned to Carolina halfway through the 2021 season to replaceDarnold, who wason injured reserve, but the move hasnât worked out as expected. Under Newton, the Pantherswent 0-5, with the veteran QB throwing for684 yards, four touchdowns and five interceptions, while he ran for230 yards and five touchdowns. It remains to be seen whether the Panthers will actuallybring him back, but even if they do, it probably wonât be for the starting job.
