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It looks like Cam Newton’s New England experiment will be one and done.
ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter reported Sunday NFL Countdown that the Patriots and the NFL MVP 2015 are they are expected to separate in this off-season.
Newton will become a free agent and be available to go wherever he wants. He had been in the same boat for a year, but arrived late to the market when the Panthers delayed his release until after exploring all the options for trading. The health problem also made the teams suspicious, combined with the teams’ inability to fully and completely assess their foot, ankle and shoulder.
This year, he had a direct chance in the open market – but there are real doubts about his current skills and abilities. He has five touchdown passes this season. During his MVP campaign, he made five touchdown passes in three different games.
For the Patriots, it means finding another starting quarterback. Whether it’s Jarrett Stidham or a veteran or a newbie is yet to be seen.
Newton will leave with $ 3.7 million for a season of work. It is far from market value, but it was the best deal he got last year. This time, he will have a better chance of getting a much better deal.