Cam Newton had a great year but finished with a league’s worst 7.6 yards per attempt
Cam Newton finished the regular season with a league-worst 7.6 yards per attempt and 28.1 completion percentage (second worst) on throws at least 15 yards downfield. Newton started the game 4-for-4 on those throws before throwing a game-clinching interception targeting Greg Olsen down field. Newton was 1-for-4 for 9 yards and both interceptions when under duress. Newton was sacked five times, a total he reached three times in the regular season (Carolina 0-3 in those games).
Cam Newton Passing 15+ Yds Downfield, 2013
| Reg Season | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|
| Comp pct | 28.1% | 66.7%* |
| Yds per att | 7.6 | 18.5 |
| Off-tgt pct | 45% | 17% |
| *4-6, 111 yds, TD, Int | ||
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