Michael Lombardi says there’s ‘no doubt’ Cam Newton will win starting role

The starting quarterback role is still up for grabs in New England.

It’s very hard to believe the Patriots signed Cam Newton without the intention of him starting Week 1, but they haven’t announced that. Second-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham seemed to be the team’s starter before Newton was signed and Brian Hoyer reportedly had a chance to fight for the role.

Newton, 31, has an NFL MVP and Super Bowl trip with the Carolina Panthers that backs his case. His injury history is the only real issue, but recent videos have shown his ability to freely throw the ball and move. Newton already got to work with Mohamed Sanu and N’Keal Harry within the first two weeks of getting signed and has been in touch with Julian Edelman as well.

For all these reasons, former Patriots executive Michael Lombardi showed his belief in Newton’s ability to earn the starting role. Lombardi put a simple and affective tweet up on Thursday.

Watching Cam Newton throw and move, there is no doubt he will win the starting job.

— Michael Lombardi (@mlombardiNFL) July 9, 2020

It’s hard to believe Newton doesn’t win the job and his personality is perfect to replace a charismatic and passionate Tom Brady.