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Cam Newton, Jameis Winston, Top Free-Agent QBs After Panthers Star's Release

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It's not often a 31-year-old NFL former MVP quarterback gets released.

That was the case Tuesday when the Carolina Panthers parted ways with long-time quarterback Cam Newton, opening the starting spot for Teddy Bridgewater.

With Newton now on the market and Tom Brady signed, sealed and delivered in Tampa Bay, let's take a look at the best remaining quarterbacks on the market.

1. Jameis Winston

Pros:

- threw for 5,109 yards and 33 TDs last season

- 26 years old

- physical tools to make every throw on the field

- won't command long-term contract

- can actually see now

Cons:

- threw 30 interceptions in 2019

- suspended 3 games in 2018 for allegedly groping Uber driver

- 28-42 record as a starter

- decision making still lacking five years into NFL career

Jameis Winston is the potential home-run choice remaining among quarterbacks.