Newton will throw in front of NFL teams at Auburn's Pro Day on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Newton said Tuesday that teams have expressed interest in signing him to a contract this offseason, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Newton said Monday that he's open to accepting a backup gig in the future, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Newton rushed for five yards on his only snap played in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Saints.

Newton could be used in short-yardage and goal-line situations Sunday against the Saints, but coach Matt Rhule didn't elaborate on roles beyond naming Sam Darnold as the starter for Week 17, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Sam Darnold will replace Newton as Carolina's starting quarterback this Sunday against the Saints, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Newton started Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Buccaneers but completed just seven of 13 passes for 61 yards with no touchdowns and one interception and rushed five times for 42 yards.

Newton will start Sunday's game against the Buccaneers but is expected to cede snaps to Sam Darnold (shoulder), who could supplant Newton as the team's starter for the final two games of the regular season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Coach Matt Rhule named Newton the Panthers' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Newton completed 18 of 39 pass attempts for 156 yards, one touchdown and one interception while running for 71 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries against Buffalo on Sunday.