3 reasons Panthers fans must show out for Cam Newton in Week 16

Cam Newton has given everything to the Carolina Panthers

One player doesn’t make a team, obviously. But it’s hard to put into words just what Cam Newton has meant to the Carolina Panthers over the last decade.

Arriving at the organization as a Heisman Trophy winner out of Auburn, Newton immediately made an impact and transformed the franchise from an afterthought into legitimate contenders, gaining national television exposure they’d never experienced before.

This almost came with an elusive first Super Bowl before defeat to the Denver Broncos was perhaps the one regret. Especially considering how electrifying Newton was that season en route to the NFL MVP award.

Injuries began to take their toll later on. This is down in no small part to the significant amount of punishment Newton took running out of the backfield and simply laying it all on the line to help his team succeed.

Newton has given everything to the Panthers.

Now, it’s time for fans to repay the favor.

The player doesn’t want nostalgic adulation. He’s focused on the now and nothing else.

That’s why it’s vital Bank of America Stadium is energized, which is always an atmosphere that Newton loves and often thrives in.