Once the No. 1 overall draft pick of the Carolina Panthers, quarterback Cam Newton immediately became face of the franchise. Invoking a sense of excitement and ushering in a new generation of fans, Newton was more than simply a signal caller. Through both his play on the field and generosity off it, Newton established himself as a integral part in the city of Charlotte.
Leading the Panthers through their most successful stretch in team history, Newton won a league MVP, orchestrated a nearly undefeated season, made a Super Bowl appearance, won multiple divisional titles and made the playoffs four times.