Cam Newton

After spending a first-round pick on the QB position and increasing the rate of pay for veteran Cam Newton , the Patriots do not appear to have deviated from their assumed plan: start Newton, let Mac Jones develop, and see where the two are as the season progresses.

Will Drew Lock fend off Teddy Bridgewater and keep his job as the Broncos' starting quarterback? With training camps getting underway across the NFL, Marc Ross highlights 12 position battles to track.

How difficult is the road ahead of Robert Saleh and the Jets? Will Russell Wilson find harmony again in Seattle? Jim Trotter eyes 32 storylines to track in the 2021 NFL season -- one for each team.

After a flurry of offseason activity, are the Patriots ready to return to their winning ways? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise entering the 2021 campaign.

Will the Bills solve an O-line spot in front of Josh Allen? Can Cam Newton hold off Mac Jones for the Pats' QB job? Jeremy Bergman sets the stage for each AFC East team heading into training camp.

Cam Newton understands its an important season for him after an up-and-down first year in New England. Newton told ESPN on Thursday that it's "put up or shut up time."

Which NFL division has the best set of starting quarterbacks? The worst? It's time for Adam Schein's annual ranking, from No. 1 to No. 8, and the top two have something in common.

Patriots quarterback Cam Newton is used to dealing with "haters." As one of the most polarizing quarterbacks since he entered the league, the former NFL MVP has had to deal with irrational hostility for most of his career.

Mike Giardi says a legit quarterback competition is on tap for the Patriots this summer, with Cam Newton and rookie Mac Jones both vying for the opportunity to lead New England into the 2021 season.

Will Cam Newton rebound in his second season with the Patriots? Are we about to see a rejuvenated J.J. Watt? Gil Brandt highlights nine players guaranteed to play better in 2021.

How much does it mean that Danielle Hunter is back with the Vikings? What about Tua Tagovailoa's pick-fest? Gregg Rosenthal spotlights what matters and what doesn't as OTAs and minicamps wrap up.

After a season of struggles last year with a lack of offseason preparation, Patriots QB Cam Newton is "way ahead of where he was later year at this time."

The Eagles have signed former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens, the team announced Monday morning. 

Coach Bill Belichick said quarterback Cam Newton (hand) is expected to be on the practice field when minicamp kicks off.

Gregg Rosenthal sorts out what matters -- like Dak Prescott's  health -- from what doesn't -- like Jordan Love's performance -- in the news stemming from this week's OTAs and minicamps.

New England coach Bill Belichick didn't sound too concerned with Cam Newton's hand injury, but noted that the QB wouldn't practice Thursday. 

Cam Newton exited Friday's OTA session after banging his throwing hand on a helmet, Ian Rapoport reports. The injury is not considered serious but could limit Newton's participation in the Patriots' on-field work until training camp.

Will Aaron Rodgers show up in Green Bay? Can Tim Tebow thrive as a tight end in Jacksonville? Judy Battista provides six intriguing storylines to follow at mandatory minicamps.

The QB battle between Cam Newton and Mac Jones has begun. Patriots OC Josh McDaniels weighed in on what he's looking for at this stage of the offseason. 

The Patriots' QB situation and our subsequent monitoring of it is only just getting started. As expected, so is Bill Belichick's crafty avoidance of making any definitive statements on the matter. 

Jeffri Chadiha spotlights five teams that should be doing whatever they can to give Falcons star Julio Jones the fresh start he's looking for, including Bill Belichick's Patriots.

Are the Bills loaded enough on offense to knock off the Chiefs? Is Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa poised for a breakout campaign? What's the current makeup of the Patriots and Jets? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every AFC East team.

Tom Brady's Week 4 clash with Bill Belichick and Co. is arguably the most anticipated matchup of the entire 2021 NFL season, but it's not the only opportunity for retribution. Dan Hanzus pinpoints seven spicy revenge games to circle on the calendar.

Tom Brady versus Cam Newton is one of the most compelling QB matchups we'll see during the 2021 NFL season, but it's not the only enticing one. Which QB clashes are our analysts most anticipating this year? Four different battles receive at least one vote.

Should the Falcons trade Julio Jones? Which positional battles bear watching ahead of the 2021 season? Why are the Panthers so high on Sam Darnold? Bucky Brooks digs into these topics in the latest Scout's Notebook.

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton shares rookie quarterback Mac Jones is 'cool like the other side of the pillow'.

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick addresses the media about the Patriots' quarterback competition during training camp.

'Around The NFL' crew shares their predictions and storylines to watch throughout preseason.

NFL Network's Michael Robinson and LaDainian Tomlinson discuss expectations for New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton in 2021.

NFL Network's David Carr and Marc Ross discuss how much leverage New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton has over rookie Mac Jones.

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton reveals his go-to mantra this offseason as he prepares for the 2021 season.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses the New England Patriots QB competition ahead of the 2021 season.

New England Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones discusses how the veteran QBs are helping him adjust and adapt to the NFL.

NFL Network's James Jones, David Carr, and Steve Wyche discuss whether the New England Patriots' quarterback position is Mac Jones' to win or Cam Newton's to lose.

The "Good Morning Football" crew highlights QBs who should be trying to actively recruit WR Julio Jones.

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick praises quarterback Cam Newton's leadership this offseason.

NFL Network's Willie McGinest and Joe Thomas discuss the top position battles to watch in 2021 training camps.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses which QB makes more sense for the New England Patriots right now, Cam Newton or rookie Mac Jones.

The "Good Morning Football" crew highlights the most intriguing players facing their former teams in 2021.

NFL Network's Michael Irvin, Kurt Warner and Steve Mariucci preview the 2021 Week 4 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New England Patriots during the 2021 Schedule Release.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi details the New England Patriots' 2021 quarterback competition between Cam Newton and Mac Jones.

NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha: Why New England Patriots QB Cam Newton's stock is down after 2021 draft.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the New England Patriots should trade up to draft a quarterback in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Marcas Grant reveals his top 5 bounce-back candidates for the 2021 fantasy football season.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund, Michael Robinson and Andrew Hawkins use Next Gen Stats to discuss New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton's potential stats for 2021.

NFL Network's Charley Casserly spotlights the New England Patriots' top positional needs entering the 2021 draft.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses QB-WR duos Indianapolis Colts Carson Wentz and T.Y. Hilton vs. New England Patriots Cam Newton and Nelson Agholor.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks says New England Patriots embody "Back to the Future" at NFL level after their free agency moves.

The Patriots have been busy, but are they better? We take a statistical deep dive into New England's revamped roster.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses which team had the bigger week in free agency: the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or New England Patriots.