CHARLOTTE, N.C. — ESPN is reporting that Cam Newton is close to finalizing a long-term deal with the Carolina Panthers. Β
ESPN 730 Radio was the first to report the deal. Β The station said the deal could be signed by Monday and would run through 2020. Β
The radio station also reported the new deal could be worth approximately $20M a year. Β Newton was the first overall draft pick in 2011 and has been selected to play in the Pro-Bowl twice. Β
Newton has an overall record of 30-31-1 and is 1-2 in the playoffs. Β
