Cam Newton Injury: Updates on Panthers Star’s Status

September 9, 2016   ·   Timothy Rapp   ·   Jump to comments

Carolina Panthers star quarterback Cam Newton took a slew of big hits against the Denver Broncos during the team's 21-20 loss Thursday night, and he was reportedly examined for a potential head injury after the game. 
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Newton Evaluated By Medical Staff, Not in Concussion Protocol Friday, Sept. 9 The Charlotte Observer's Jonathan Jones reported that Newton went for treatment, but the reigning NFL MVP told reporters the medical staff "asked me a couple questions, but that was it," per WRAL's Mandy Mitchell. 
Sporting News' Alex Marvez noted that if Newton had been in the concussion protocol, he wouldn't have been allowed to speak with the media. 
The NFL released a statement Friday morning saying there were "no indications" Newton needed to be evaluated during the game for a concussion, via ESPN.com's Dan Graziano:
There was communication between medical personnel on the Carolina sideline, including the unaffilia...

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