The New England Patriots had a gap in the quarterback position with Tom Brady leaving for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but they’re bringing in a former MVP to fill the gap. On Sunday, the Patriots signed Cam Newton with a 1-year contract worth up to $ 7.5 million.
The former NFC champion was sidelined due to a foot injury for most of the 2019 season. He now has a lot to prove and a chip on his shoulder after being released from the Carolina Panthers in March and remaining in the free agent market for quite some time. Newton, a former No. 1 draft pick, has thrown for 29,041 yards, 182 touchdowns and 108 interceptions and rushed for 4,806 yards and 58 touchdowns in his career.
Newton tweeted about the signature, saying (in his typical weird font): “I’m excited because I don’t know what at the moment. All praise God. Leaving the content tomorrow! Hope you’re ready. #LetsGoPats.”
Players from across the league congratulate Newton on the signing. Here are some of the best player reactions:
Brady reacted to his possible successor by saying “Under Armor QBs” with “100” emojis. The GOAT seems to approve. Newton commented on the same publication with his signature, “-1øvë”.
His former running back Christian McCaffrey tweeted, “I’m so happy for my boy!”
Greg Olsen, another former Carolina Panthers teammate, wrote: “I couldn’t be happier for Cameron Newton! The Patriots are getting a stud!”
Star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. told Newton his hard work has paid off.
Melvin Gordon is supporting Cam.
Cameron Jordan said AFC East became a little more interesting.
Patriots cornerback and AP defensive player of the year Stephon Gilmore reacted to the news with eye emojis, while Devin and Jason McCourty responded with the same.
Patriotic James White runners had the same feelings.
Jonathan Stewart predicts an epic comeback.
Dez Bryant calls the news “top” for Newton.
Jamal Adams thinks Belichick is making some good moves.
Hall of Fame member Warren Moon says “A great organization knows great talent and accepts that talent on their show to keep earning alive and possible!”
Richard Sherman says a former MVP who signs for the minimum is “ridiculous.”
Dwayne Haskins reacted with a fiery emoji.
Joe Mixon says Newton is in a great situation.
