Cam Newton expects to return to Panthers despite trade rumors

Cam Newton’s future with the Carolina Panthers has been in doubt for quite a while, but the quarterback certainly thinks he’ll be staying with the franchise.

Newton spoke to CBS Sports Network’s “Tiki and Tierney” and said he “absolutely” expects to remain with Carolina in 2020, adding that he feels that he has a lot to prove to the organization and to himself.

"Are you going to be back in Carolina, are you sure you're going to be a Panther?" – @BrandonTierney

"Absolutely, absolutely." – Cam Newton pic.twitter.com/H9hg35eVKp

— CBS Sports Network (@CBSSportsNet) January 31, 2020

Newton has consistently felt optimistic about his future with Carolina. The organization itself has been much more tight-lipped. He’s due $18.6 million next season, which is reasonable for an NFL starting quarterback. Their decision may ultimately come down to what kind of return they get in a trade, if anything.

Newton played in only two games last season due to a foot injury. He has had just one winning season since being named NFL MVP in 2015, and turns 31 in May.