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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.I get that Sherman wants to stick up for him but he knows better. This is just a totally situational thing. Cam has to demonstrate he got through injury issues in a year where getting physicals and workouts has been difficult due to a pandemic. Similarly, given the point of the calender and how most teams have already either a high paid QB or a recently drafted one there really was not much leverage to negotiate a much bigger deal.
Look at how Solder and Brown got paid after being put on display on the Pats. If Newton really plays up to his "transcendent talent" then he will cash in big time next year.
I'm ok w/ the financials and have no major issue with the deal.I think the main part to be enthusiastic about is that its a low risk 1 year deal.
If things work out it is terrific value and makes the team instantly a lot better. If not we are exactly where we were a day ago minus the opportunity cost - which granted might be huge in a year where practice /camp snaps are an even bigger premium than in most other years.
Yeah but then what? This is not a franchise which will generate excitement among the fan base by going 10-6/11-5 and losing in the divisional round.Ideal: Newton is healthy and plays very good football. We'd be a playoff team capable of making some noise. That's worth it to me for a guy on a minimum contract.
It absolutely could hurt to sit Stidham for a 2nd season. It pushes his development back a year, and that's one full year of having him at cheap money lost.What is the downside? Evidently they aren't convinced Stidham is ready to go this year. There will be camp competition so he still has a chance to start but we'll see. Competition will help push Stidham and if he isn't quite ready it won't hurt to sit for another season.
He played two games before his team IR’d him saying he shouldn’t have been out thereHe had no other offer, that means no other NFL team wanted him, the guy was missing targets by a far distance last season, his shoulder better be healthy.
This board is too funny.
First it’s “Pats won’t sign him, they’re going with Stidum”
Now it’s “If he starts or even makes the team” “Stidum has the advantage being in the system for a year” lol.
This is apparently news to a lot of people on the board, but they will have a very different look on offense next year. If you think they’re just going to run the same exact concepts as they did with Tom Brady, you’re in for a rude awakening. And the only thing that prevents Cam from starting is injury.
This board is too funny.
First it’s “Pats won’t sign him, they’re going with Stidum”
Now it’s “If he starts or even makes the team” “Stidum has the advantage being in the system for a year” lol.
This is apparently news to a lot of people on the board, but they will have a very different look on offense next year. If you think they’re just going to run the same exact concepts as they did with Tom Brady, you’re in for a rude awakening. And the only thing that prevents Cam from starting is injury.
Ken I firmly believe that the talent on this offensive line is going to be one of the best if not the best overall squad in Patriots history,I think 2 or 3 of these starters especially Thuney and Winn could have pro bowl years if healthy and this will help Newton big time
It's simple. He wasn't drafted by BB, therefore he's a big upgrade, even though, you know, Love has never taken an NFL snap. Making a Pro Bowl before your rookie training camp is important only to BBs draft picks.I don't know why anyone would assume Love is a big upgrade on Stidham.
We can’t equate ‘01 to today. We already had a top paid QB in Bledsoe, so Brady had to wait.It’s different dynamics. My opinion on Stidham was he earned nothing so the best thing he could do is prove it like Brady did in 01 or fail fast so we could get part of the race for Lawrence and move on with our lives. Cam is a high reward/low risk signing that if he lives up to his hype can legitimately make us a contender because at his best he’s one of the QB’s that can play well with not much support because of how he creates on offense. But if he sucks he’s just an experiment we move on from
If you feel the need to apologize for something, do it for yourself. I don't need you to speak on my behalf. I have done nothing wrong and don't feel the need to apologizeAn Open Letter to Cam Newton
June 29, 2020
Dear Cam,
Welcome to "Beantown". This is home to many past sports heroes like Bill Russell, Fred Lynn, Mo Vaughn, Paul Pierce, and Troy Brown.
First, let me apologize for many of the negative things that have transpired in the past with great men like Adam Jones, and Torii Hunter. I speak on behalf of white people in Patriots Nation in personally apologizing for being a part of the great problem, and we will all strive to do better at being the change we wish to see in the world.
I hope that you will find your stay with the New England Patriots to be pleasant, and most importantly, know that we root for our players through thick and thin. Whether or not you score touchdowns or win games, know that you are appreciated.
Patriots Nation is as diverse as it gets; we have fans all over the world in various countries like Africa, Nigeria, and the great People's Republic of Cuba.
For now, though, it's time to dance!!! I am greatly looking forward to doing the endzone wiggle when you score your first touchdown (if you do - if you don't, it's okay because you are always welcome in New England no matter what.)
With Great Sincerity,
Patriots Nation!!!
Backup QB's don't get the podium. Also I'm sure BB isn't that concerned, it's not like Cam is AB.It’s also a different offense with Cam than Hoyer and Cam is going to get the media coverage you don’t want in a back up