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"I just got rewarded another chance and I've got to do right by it," he said. "So yeah, I've got to do right by this opportunity, I've got to do right by my community, I've got to do right by my children."
Cam Newton let it be known on Thursday afternoon that he will not be feeling any such feeling in the days and hours leading up to kickoff.
We'll find out how good or bad the Patriots are in the coming months. For now, here's what the experrrrttts around the internet are saying about the Patriots, in the form of POWER RANKINGS.
The WBZ-TV and CBS Boston Sports team will be answering a handful of questions regarding the Patriots as we count down to kickoff Sunday afternoon against the Miami Dolphins.
As he prepares for his first game as starting quarterback of the New England Patriots, Cam Newton is still on cloud nine over his new team.
Cam Newton may be playing on a short-term, low-money deal this year for the Patriots. But that's not stopping him from feeling some genuine excitement for a fellow QB cashing in with a big-money deal.
Cam Newton was named a Patriots team captain on Thursday, an honor that isn't lost on the quarterback in his first season in New England.
On Friday, Bill Belichick didn't have a whole lot to say about Newton. In fact, Belichick refused to even acknowledge that Newton is the starting quarterback.
Cam Newton dropped a new video on his YouTube page on Thursday night. Like many of his videos, this one shows the level of hard work he put in to building his body over the summer.
In Foxboro, the summer is when the groundwork for a championship-caliber season is laid. And what Cam Newton has done in a short time has clearly impressed his teammates and coaches.
Cam Newton has only been a member of the Patriots for two months. He's apparently been pretty impressive in that short time.
Bill Belichick was interviewed on Sirius XM radio this week and was asked about his new quarterback. Belichick's answer was quite extensive.
On Monday morning, Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said he wasn't quite ready to name his team's starting quarterback. A couple of hours later, the presumed starter wasn't on the practice field.
With the season less than two weeks away, one would assume that Bill Belichick will be naming his Week 1 starting quarterback sometime in the near future, right? Not so fast, the head coach said Monday.
Players are speaking up. That includes star Patriots cornerback and reigning Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore.
Cam Newton was asked for his thoughts -- as a person and as a father -- on the shooting of Jacob Blake by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
In just one week of real practices, Cam Newton has created separation in the quarterback competition. He might have left his competitors in the dust.
The New England Patriots took the practice field on Friday morning, but quarterback Jarrett Stidham likely won't be a part of the activities.
As the veteran of the quarterbacks room in New England, Brian Hoyer is in a fairly awkward position. At least it would appear that way to outsiders, but not for Hoyer.
New England's top pick in the 2020 NFL Draft continues to shine at camp, while Patriots quarterbacks threw a handful of picks on Wednesday.
Could the Patriots opt to go with a platoon at quarterback? If it helps the team win, Bill Belichick said he'd consider it.
The Patriots continue to put on their pads and hit the practice field -- and each other -- as training camp rolls on in Foxboro.
Here's what stood out from the Patriots' first fully padded practice of 2020.
"We'll see how it all comes together at that point. But, Cam is a hard-working kid," Belichick said. "He really is."
The Patriots are transitioning from Tom Brady to Cam Newton during a training camp limited by coronavirus, but they remain the AFC East favorites.
Striking teachers are going without pay, as school committee members say it's illegal to pay an employee who is on strike.
American Airlines and Frontier Airlines planes clipped wings at Logan Airport in Boston Monday.
The dog was in the well for more than two hours with two feet of water at the bottom.
A walk signal has been made longer in an intersection that causes considerable anxiety outside the Forest Hills MBTA stop.
Staffing issues at the Pepperell Fire Department came to a head Sunday night, when the fire station was completely empty after 5 p.m.
If you're planning on traveling on Thanksgiving Day in Massachusetts, it will be a mess with rain and possibly some snow.
Striking teachers are going without pay, as school committee members say it's illegal to pay an employee who is on strike.
American Airlines and Frontier Airlines planes clipped wings at Logan Airport in Boston Monday.
Staffing issues at the Pepperell Fire Department came to a head Sunday night, when the fire station was completely empty after 5 p.m.
Travelers rushed to Logan Airport on Monday hoping to get ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday crowds and a potential storm.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers has been removed from the Commissioner Exempt List, the NFL announced Monday.
While the Patriots are away on their bye week, Gillette Stadium will host eight Massachusetts High School Super Bowls.
Kristaps Porzingis is returning to the court for the Boston Celtics.
Jerod Mayo said his team took Sunday's "butt-kicking" at the hands of the Dolphins personally, and dismissed a report that players were laughing in the locker room after the defeat.
The New England Patriots had another defensive no-show Sunday in Miami, leaving Jerod Mayo and his coaching staff searching for answers.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.