Author: Mark Daniels, The Providence Journal

The New England Patriots need a long-term solution at quarterback because Cam Newton, who was benched again, clearly isn’t the answer.

After a rocky rookie year and inconsistent 2020, WR N’Keal Harry may finally be putting it all together for New England.

Though New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick pulled Cam Newton for Jarrett Stidham in Los Angeles Rams game, he said, “Cam’s our quarterback.”

The New England Patriots’ hopes of reaching the 2020 playoffs were dealt a serious blow in a lopsided loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Cam Newton shows the Patriots can win despite passing woes

The Patriots capitalized on the comeback opportunity that had tripped them up in previous outings, as Nick Folk’s 50-yard field goal sealed the win.

Deshaun Watson threw for 344 yards and tallied three touchdowns as the Texans staved off Cam Newton and the Patriots for a win.

Cam Newton has put the Patriots’ offensive woes squarely on his back, and on Monday, he had an improved performance in win vs. Jets.

Matthew Slater, now the longest-tenured Patriots player, says New England will “have to find a new identity” without Tom Brady.