Panthers legend Cam Newton lowers his quarterback confidence rankings

Former Carolina Panthers quarterback and NFL MVP has transitioned to a media career, and he often discusses the quarterback game. He went viral a few times last season for his comments on players like Dak Prescott and Brock Purdy. That hasn’t stopped him, and nearly halfway through the NFL season, Newton dropped his thoughts on the five quarterbacks he has the most confidence in.

The rankings may surprise some fans, but that’s why there was the disclaimer caption that it’s Cam Newton’s list and no one else’s. Unsurprisingly, he put Lamar Jackson first. Jackson would likely be the MVP if the season ended today, and he’s a player Newton has rated highly in the past.

In second place comes the first big surprise. Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions is Newton’s second-most trusted quarterback. This comes less than a calendar year after Newton said Goff was just a game manager. Now he would be Newton’s second choice for a theoretical do-or-die game-winning drive.

Third is Josh Allen, who would also have a strong MVP case if the season ended today. He has yet to throw an interception on the season. Joe Burrow, who is also playing well since an opening week dud, is fourth. Sam Darnold, Newton’s former teammate, is fifth. This list was released last night before the loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

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