Panthers QB Cam Newton defends role in scuffle at camp

Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) and Josh Norman (24) scuffle at the teams NFL football training camp at Wofford College in Spartanburg, S.C., Monday, Aug. 10, 2015. (David T. Foster III/The Charlotte Observer via AP) MAGS OUT; TV OUT; MANDATORY CREDIT.SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) — Panthers quarterback Cam Newton defended his role in a training camp scuffle with cornerback Josh Norman, saying he would do the same thing again.

Newtown said Tuesday, "What's the blueprint of a franchise quarterback? Leading your team. I'm not going to let anyone dictate how I play."

It's rare for a franchise quarterback to be involved in a fight in practice, let alone be the instigator. Most, like Newton, wear red…