All-Time Panthers QBs Ranked: Delhomme #1, Newton #2

Cam Newton

Retired 11 Years In The NFL
🏆 NFL Most Valuable Player (2015)
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Cam Newton Legacy

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Cam Newton was the grinning supernova who crashed football's pocket-passer paradigm, a 6'6" Auburn Heisman bulldozer who Superman'd into NFL lore with Superman dabs and a rocket arm. What made him special? Dual-threat sorcery—racking up 3,000-pass/500-rush seasons no one's touched, shattering rookie records with 400-yard debuts, and owning the QB rushing TD throne over Steve Young. His signature? That 2015 MVP rampage, Superman-ing the Panthers to 15 wins, dancing through defenses like a man possessed. Post-glory stumbles couldn't dim the dazzle; Cam redefined QB athleticism, leaving a legacy as football's ultimate showman.

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10 years with the Panthers

Cam Newton Career Stats via Wikipedia

32,382 Pass Yards
194 Touchdowns
123 INTs
59.9% Comp %
38.0 HAIR
75-68 Record

Cam Newton Career Timeline

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2025 1

Honored as Panthers Legend

Newton returned to Bank of America Stadium as the Panthers' 'Legend of the Game' for a playoff matchup, striking the 'Keep Pounding' drum amid a standing ovation and reflecting on his decade-long bond with the franchise.

2021 1

Career Rushing TD Record

Newton concluded his NFL career (2011-2021) with 75 rushing touchdowns, the record for quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era at the time.

2020 2

Patriots Stats Milestone

Newton recorded a passer rating of 82.9 with the Patriots in his single season, marking his brief stint after leaving Carolina.

Signed with Patriots

In June 2020, Newton signed with the New England Patriots, where he played one season, posting 2,657 passing yards, 8 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions in 15 games.

2018 1

Pro Bowl Selection

Newton was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018, recognizing his continued impact despite injury challenges with the Panthers.

2016-2018 1

Major Shoulder Injuries

Newton suffered significant injuries, particularly to his throwing shoulder, during his time with the Panthers, contributing to performance declines and eventual release.

2015 2

Super Bowl 50 Appearance

Newton led the Panthers to Super Bowl 50 but lost to Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos.

NFL MVP Award

Newton had a stellar season with 35 touchdowns against 10 interceptions and 10 rushing scores, earning the NFL MVP award while leading the Panthers to a 15-1 record.

2011 1

Drafted by Panthers

Cam Newton was selected by the Carolina Panthers with the first overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. He quickly acclimated, throwing 21 touchdowns and over 4,000 passing yards to earn Offensive Rookie of the Year honors.

11 years in the NFL

Frequently Asked Questions About Cam Newton

How does Bryce Young compare to Cam Newton?

Bryce Young’s got the arm talent and poise, but he’s no Cam Newton—yet. Cam bulldozed to MVP honors in 2015 with 45 total TDs and a Super Bowl run, owning Bank of America like a supernova. Bryce, Carolina’s current starter, sits in his massive shadow, learning to harness that dual-threat magic amid a brutal Panthers rebuild. Legacy? Cam’s untouchable.

Is Cam Newton in the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

Nah, Cam Newton ain’t in Canton yet, and it’s a debate that’ll rage like a bad ref call. With 32,382 passing yards, 194 TDs, and that unicorn rushing prowess—over 6,000 yards—he’s got the stats, but injuries and that Falcons flameout dimmed his shine. Ring of Honor first, Hall later. Supremacy awaits.

What is Cam Newton doing now in 2026?

In 2026, Cam’s killing it as a media mogul, running a 26,000-square-foot production studio in South Fulton while hyping crowds—like banging the Keep Pounding drum at the Panthers’ Wild Card thriller against the Rams. He’s on podcasts, ESPN debates, blending football love with content empire vibes. The king’s just evolving.

How would Cam Newton perform in today's NFL?

Cam would feast in today’s pass-happy NFL—think dual-threat dream with modern rules shielding runners. His Superman runs (6,109 yards) plus laser arm would shred defenses like 2015, dodging hits better under no-helmet-to-helmet flags. Mobile QBs rule now; he’d be Lamar 1.0, stacking stats in Shanahan schemes.

How does Cam Newton compare to Jake Delhomme?

Cam edges Jake Delhomme as Carolina’s QB benchmark—38.03 career rating to Jake’s 39.42—but Cam’s the volume beast with 32k yards and MVP swagger, while Delhomme peaked with that ’03 miracle run. Both bled black and blue, but Cam’s rushing apocalypse (6k+ yards) makes him the franchise freight train. Close call, though.