Mac Jones states he nevertheless communicates with former teammate Cam Newton, who is back again with the Panthers.

And with time off on the weekend, the Patriots quarterback instructed WEEI’s “Merloni & Fauria” that he was capable to check out Newton’s return as Carolina’s starter in the Panthers’ Week 11 sport versus the Washington Football group.

“He performed fantastic in that recreation,” said Jones, who watched the NFL’s Crimson Zone on his I-Pad. “I know he’s savoring it. He’s out there obtaining entertaining.”

Even though the Panthers dropped, 27-21, Newton played very well, finishing 21 of 27 passes for 189 yards. He threw two landing passes, and ran for one more to account for all of the Panthers scoring.

Jones, of study course, defeat out Newton for the Patriots starting off work, as the veteran was produced prior to cut down working day in August. Jones was glad to see a smiling Newton back out on the soccer industry.

“When he was in there, he seemed very superior,” stated Jones. “He’s undertaking a good job. I know he’s having exciting.”