The Carolina Panthers are shutting down quarterback Cam Newton for the rest of the season because of a right shoulder injury, a league source confirmed.
Also contributing to the decision is the Panthers’ six-game losing streak and near elimination from playoff contenion. Carolina (6-8) has a 1 percent chance of making the playoffs, according to ESPN’s Football Power Index.
Backup Taylor Heinicke will start on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
NFL Network first reported the news.
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