Cam Newton will be back under center for the Carolina Panthers' home opener Sunday against the Detroit Lions. Coach Ron Rivera made the announcement Monday after the two-time Pro Bowl quarterback was held out of Carolina's 20-14 win Sunday at Tampa Bay while recovering from fractured ribs. Anderson, a 10-year NFL veteran, stepped in and threw for 230 yards and two touchdowns in a 20-14 victory, giving Carolina its first win in a season opener since 2008. The doctors were all saying if we can get to this (week) we will all feel more comfortable about his situation.'' Newton didn't talk after the game, telling reporters he didn't want to steal the attention away from Anderson.
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