Cam Newton officially named starter for Panthers

[Auggie]

A.P. / espn.com / 9-1-2011

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Cam Newton was treated like a starter during his preseason finale. He led one efficient drive, threw a touchdown pass and exited.

Then, after the game, his coach made it official: Newton will start for the Carolina Panthers in their opener.

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He'll start against Arizona.

[joeybee12]

1. Which begs the question, will Carolina match Detroit's Stellar record????

[backwoodsbob]

2. possible

they really are bad

[Liberal_Dog]

3. What Do They Really Have To Lose?

I don't see the Panthers as a threat to make the playoffs so they might as well get Cam Newton some experience and find out what he's got.

[taterguy]

4. They rattle his confidence so much he's never able to perform at a high level

Playing pro QB is almost as much mental as physical.

He's a long-term investment and should be brought along slowly.

I think I know a little bit more about football than whoever is making decisions for the Panthers.

[trumad]

5. Exactly---I think it's insane to start a rookie.

[Mudoria]

6. They really don't have that much of a choice..

Jimmy Clausen or Derek Anderson? Thanks but as a Panther fan I'd rather see the future QB go ahead and get all experience he can now. It's not like the team is going to challenge for a playoff spot.

[rocktivity]

7. How else can get they get the media attention?

:evilgrin:
rocktivity