Cam Newton appeared at the podium following Wednesday’s practice and faced the inevitable questions about facing Redskins cornerback Josh Norman.
Newton, dressed down in a Panthers hoodie, bubble coat, and toboggan, answered reporters’ questions about his former teammate.
For people who don’t really know Josh, I think he’s a person that thrives on attention.
Despite their highly publicized practice scuffle, the Panthers QB had some positive things to say about charismatic corner.
Josh is a person that challenged me daily because of that competitive mentality. His competitive nature, that’s his edge … And Josh needs that. I realize that with me being around him for the four years that he was here, he needs somebody to challenge him so he can get in a groove.
Newton also added that the relationship between he and Norman extends beyond football and that he has a great respect for his competitive nature.
Monday night’s showdown should be a good one as the Panthers battle to end the season at .500.