The Panthers are expected to give recently signed quarterback Cam Newton a chance to become the team's starter for the remainder of this season and potentially the 2022 season as well, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Per ESPN, if Newton performs well to close the '21 campaign, he would become the favorite to lead the franchise heading into next year.
Newton signed a one-year deal with the franchise earlier this week. He had spent last year with the Patriots, but was released by the franchise in August.
His deal with Carolina is worth up to $10 million.