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Panthers’ Cam Newton named ASWA pro athlete of year

Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton throws a pass during an NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, June 7, 2016. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton throws a pass during an NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, June 7, 2016. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton) Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton throws a pass during an NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, June 7, 2016. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

By Associated Press 3 min read

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – Cam Newton led the Carolina Panthers to the Super Bowl with the best season of his NFL career, collecting plenty of awards along the way.

The former Auburn quarterback and 2010 Heisman Trophy winner did it with both his right arm and his long-striding legs, just like in college.

Newton passed for 3,837 yards and a career-high 35 touchdowns. He ran for 636 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Newton was named the NFL’s Most Valuable Player and offensive player of the year by The Associated Press after leading the Panthers to a 15-1 regular season record.

Now, he’s also the Alabama Sports Writers Association’s professional athlete of the year. He won the award in 2012 after he was named Rookie of the Year.