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Cam Newton remained a free agent for 95 days from the time the Panthers released him until he agreed to negotiate with the Patriots on June 28, 2020. When the Patriots cut him off last August 31, the quarterback was a free agent 77 days earlier The Panthers re-signed it.
He became a free agent for the third time later this month.
Newton, 32, said after the season that he would continue his career, but only in the right situation.
The Panthers have not ruled out Newton’s return, as they are considering their options except Sam Darnold, who remains on the list.
“We’re still open to the Cam,” general manager Scott Fitter said through Darin Gant of the team’s website. “But again, we want to have this conversation directly with him.”
The Panthers will face the former number 1 as a common choice before the free agency starts on March 16.
It seems unlikely, based on what he did in 2021, that the Panthers will re-sign it. The question is: Will there be anyone? His teams are 13-23 with Newton as the starter in the last four seasons, with Newton throwing 36 touchdowns, 29 interceptions and scoring a pass rating of 84.7, while rushing for 1,308 yards and 21 touchdowns.