Cam Newton not guaranteed Patriots starting job?

Newton isn't without his flaws, as the veteran has battled through a myriad of injuries throughout his career. He appeared in only two games with the Carolina Panthers during the 2019 season before a Lisfranc injury sidelined him for the rest of the campaign. 

Carolina released Newton this past March. 

Even if Newton never reclaims his MVP form, one would think he's the favorite to enter Week 1 as New England's starter unless something goes awry over the next month or so. Perhaps Belichick, the ultimate tactician, is merely trying to light a fire under his newest offensive weapon.