The NFL football season began this week. With less time to prepare many anticipated what the first game of the season would bring. There were both highs and lows for teams across the league. There were three players that stuck out due to their performance in week one. The first was Cam Newton and his first game with the Carolina Panthers. Second, Sebastian Janikowski kicked a field goal that would ultimately be the three points that gives the Oakland Raiders a win. Lastly Tom Brady came into week one ready for the fast pace offense that would lead his team to a victory over the Miami Dolphins.
Cam Newton played his first game for Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Many critics were unsure of what Cam Newton could produce. He came out Sunday ready to preform and made an impressive debut. Cam Newton broke Peyton Manning’s record for the most yards in the first game. Peyton had 300 yards his first game and Cam Newton threw an impressive 422 yards. Cam Newton completed 24 of 37 passes for two touchdowns and one interception. He helped his team score on the ground and showed he is a dual threat. Cam Newton certainly remains a work in progress as a passer, but he gave the NFL an indication of what he is capable of. The Carolina Panthers have to be excited that their number one draft pick may give the team the advantage they need to become a winning team.
