The Facts: According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Panthers are expected to sit Newton (shoulder) now that they are out of the playoff race and Taylor Heinicke is believed to be starting Sunday vs. the Falcons.
Diehards Line:A move that makes a lot of sense. ... Newton is not practicing today and has clearly been unable to play up to his usual standards in recent weeks. He will not play in either of the final two games with Taylor Heinicke filling in.