Former MVP-winning QB would entertain an offer from Jets for the right price

Cam Newton hasn't played a snap in the NFL since 2021. However, not only does he believe he'd be able to help a quarterback-needy team like the New York Jets, but he'd entertain the right offer — with emphasis on right. 

Newton recently revealed his stance to another former quarterback, Robert Griffin III, on his podcast "RG3 and The Ones." 

"You not about to sit up there and penny pinch me, bro," Newton said. "I'm not about to sit up here and sign no $5.5 million deal, bro — those days are over with — I'd be wasting my time."

While Newton failed to name the dollar amount it would take to once again sign on the dotted line of an NFL contract, he made it abundantly clear that he won't be accepting a team-friendly agreement when it comes to compensation. Newton explained that he was in shape and could be on a roster if he chose. However, for the former MVP, it's "bigger" than that. 

"When you're talking about business, I think the transaction of me being released and then going through the New England situation made me realize that this is a business," Newton said. "So, I just can't make an impulse decision like, 'Oh, my god, the Jets want me.'" 

Newton is nothing if not confident in his abilities and his worth despite being away from the game for nearly two full calendar years. 

Now 34, the former No. 1 overall pick spent nine seasons with the Carolina Panthers before being released before the 2020 campaign. Newton signed on with the New England Patriots that season, going 7-8 in 15 starts. The following year, Newton returned to the team that drafted him, going 0-5 in five starts for the Panthers in 2021. 

Whether or not Newton has anything left is anyone's guess. However, an opening with the Jets might not be coming yet. 

For now, the Jets seem content to ride with Zach Wilson in place of the injured Aaron Rodgers. Last week, Wilson outdueled Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes, albeit in a loss, allowing the former 2021 second overall pick a little more wiggle room regarding his job security.