When former Panthers quarterback Cam Newton described his arrival in Carolina as stepping into a “locker room full of losers,” it added to a series of comments suggesting his memories of the team aren’t entirely fond. However, the Panthers insist there’s no rift—at least from their perspective.
According to Joseph Person of The Athletic, Newton has been invited to multiple team-sponsored events but has not attended.
“Cam Newton has been and will continue to be welcomed by the Carolina Panthers,” a team spokesperson stated. “Our doors are open, as they are to all team Legends.”
The report also notes that if the Panthers choose to commemorate the 10th anniversary of their 2015 Super Bowl season, when Newton won NFL MVP, his participation is uncertain. Newton previously expressed disappointment last season when the team honored several franchise greats at a game in Germany but did not include him.
Former Panthers head coach Ron Rivera believes Newton can still mend his relationship with the organization—if he’s willing.
“I’d love to see him reconnect with the Panthers,” Rivera said. “He was a huge part of our success during that nine-year stretch and deserves to be back. But it takes more than just showing up—he knows that. I believe he’ll do what’s needed because deep down, I think he misses it.”
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