If the Panthers lose quarterback Cam Newton due to injury, safety Eric Reid has a suggestion for who could fill in for him.
Newton was seen heading to the team's bus in a walking boot following the Panthers' 10–3 preseason loss to the Patriots on Thursday night. He exited the game late in the first quarter after being sacked by Adam Butler and limping off the field. Sports Illustrated's Alber Breer reported Newton was diagnosed with a sprain in his left foot after getting x-rays.
After the game, Reid told reporters that his former 49ers teammate Colin Kaepernick could "come in and help us" if Newton is seriously injured.