The Carolina Panthers have been nothing but positive this offseason about the recovery of franchise quarterback Cam Newton, with the 2015 NFL MVP reportedly "getting close to throwing" following his shoulder surgery early this year. When Newton is ready to return to active service, he will have a new face for company in the Panthers; quarterback room after the team used the 100th overall selection in 2019 NFL Draft to select Will Grier.
This is something of a dream landing spot for Grier, who grew up a Panthers fan (his favorite player is former receiver Steve Smith ), although it does nothing for his immediate prospects of actually getting on the field.