Patriots Release QB Cam Newton

Tuesday morning, the New England Patriots released quarterback and former Carolina Panther star Cam Newton, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network.

The #Patriots have released Cam Newton, source said.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 31, 2021

Newton spent just one season in New England and played really well before having a bout with COVID. Newton didn't bounce back the same which led to the Patriots falling to a 7-9 record and draft Alabama quarterback Mac Jones in the 1st round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

In 15 games with New England, Newton completed 65% of his passes and tossed for 2,657 yards, eight touchdowns, and ten interceptions.

The Panthers also made a move at the quarterback position Tuesday morning by waiving Will Grier, who was thought to be Newton's successor in Carolina.

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