Anthony Lynn Admits Chargers Have Considered Signing QB Cam Newton

Cam Newton in 2017
Cam Newton in 2017. Photo by Jacob Kupferman/CSM/REX/Shutterstock (9072433af)

One of the most curious cases of this year’s NFL free agency is quarterback Cam Newton. Despite all of his accomplishments in the past, including the MVP award in 2015, Newton remains unsigned this late in the offseason.

Many believed that Newton’s best chance to land a starting spot this year were Los Angeles Chargers, who were also viewed as the best fit from a football standpoint. As it turns out, Chargers had a similar idea before opting to move forward with veteran Tyrod Taylor and second-year player Easton Stick and spend the No.6 overall pick on Oregon’s signal-caller Justin Herbert.

“We did take a look at that,” Chargers’ head coach Anthony Lynn said when asked whether they were interested in Newton.

Still, according to Lynn, he felt optimistic about the players he currently has on his disposal.

“I feel really good about the quarterback room that I have,” he added. “With Tyrod Taylor, Easton Stick — those are guys that a lot of people don’t talk about, but he was a Division I AA — he won like three national championships. He’s a hell of a leader, hell of a professional, and I think he has a bright future in this league one day.”

Since being released by Carolina Panthers in late March, Cam Newton was linked with several teams, but neither made him a good enough proposal. According to reports, Newton is now considering to enter the regular season as a free agent and wait until an opportunity opens up for a starting gig. It’s unclear whether he’s willing to take up a backup role.