Cam Newton open to NFL comeback if hometown team expresses interest

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.

Several years ago, Cam Newton became one of the most recognizable players in the NFL. But the star quarterback, who spent the majority of his career with the Carolina Panthers, has been away from football for the past couple of years. 

The now 34-year-old signal caller has previously hinted that he is open to making a comeback. Last year, Newton revealed a list of starting quarterbacks that he would be willing to back up. In March 2023, Newton made an appearance at Auburn's pro day and threw around 30 passes to wide receivers – including his brother, Caylin Newton.

Earlier this week, Newton once again mentioned that he has not ruled out an NFL return, but he named the lone team he would be willing to play for.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM

NFL player Cam Newton watches an undercard race before the running of the 148th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 7, 2022, in Louisville. (Gunnar Word/Getty Images)

The 2011 No. 1 overall pick was born in Atlanta and appears to only have interest in suiting up for his hometown Falcons.

BILLS NEED TO GET YOUNGER ON DEFENSE AHEAD OF 2024 SEASON, EX-NFL STAR SHAWNE MERRIMAN SAYS

"Me having a family now, it's always been about family, and I don't see myself leaving Atlanta," Newton said during a recent appearance on "Good Morning Football" after former NFL receiver Brandon Marshall asked the former quarterback to list three teams he would play for. 

"So if it's not Atlanta, I don't wanna do it."

Newton rose to prominence as a football star at Atlanta's Westlake High School, before he committed to the Florida Gators. He transferred to Blinn Junior College in 2009, before