Breaking: Patriots Release Cam Newton, Leaving Mac Jones As Starting Quarterback
According to CBS Sports citing a league source, the Patriots have released veteran quarterback Cam Newton.
With Newton out, Mac Jones will reportedly be the starter, according to a league source.
It was said that Newton, who missed three days of practice last week because of COVID protocols, was the presumed starting quarterback throughout training camp and the Patriots’ three preseason games. Now, the Patriots will go with Jones, who was drafted in the first round back in April.
Sports reporter Adam Beasley tweeted, “There wasn’t just one reason that Cam Newton is gone. It was a combination of at least three, I’m told: Mac Jones’ emergence, Newton’s vaccination stance (which caused a bit of a stir behind the scenes) and Cam’s uninspiring performance this summer.“
Newton will now hit free agency. Most likely, he’ll likely have offers from other teams looking for a veteran quarterback. The athlete has yet to speak out on this breaking news. Until then, let us know your thoughts on this in the comment box below!
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