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How people are reacting to quarterback Cam Newton’s one-year deal with the Patriots

Former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to a one-year contract with the Patriots — and NFL players, his future teammates, and even Boston officials are hyped.

Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh was quick to give the former Carolina Panthers MVP a warm welcome Sunday evening.

There was a flurry of eyeball emojis, from New England’s secondary, including Stephon Gilmore, Joejuan Williams, and the McCourty twins, as well as linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley and running back James White.

Safety Adrian Phillips offered a GIF when the news broke.

Brandon Copeland, a linebacker who signed with the Patriots this offseason, also offered his support.