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Newton returns, takes starter reps

By Jared Smola | Updated on Thu, 26 Aug 2021, 10:53 AM EDT

Patriots QB Cam Newton returned to practice Thursday after spending 5 days away following a mixup in COVID testing protocol. According to practice observers, Newton jumped right back in front of Mac Jones for lead reps with the 1st team. We'll see whether anything changes by the regular-season opener, but continue treating Newton as the New England starter for now.

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