Newton fractured his ribs last Friday against the Patriots. The Panthers' QB says "there's no doubt" that he'll be able to start week 1 and that he hasn't suffered any setbacks. He went on to say that he is already feeling better as of Wednesday. (ESPN)
Fantasy Impact
There wasn't much risk that Newton would miss the Week 1 opener. The bigger concern is whether this will be an injury that lingers throughout the season. For a QB who has value tied to his rushing ability, it remains a legitimate concern as week 1 approaches.