The Carolina Panthers have found out the hard way that no number one overall draft pick is a slam dunk. While the jury is still out on Bryce Young, they at least got it right back in 2011 when they took Cam Newton out of Auburn with the first pick in what became an all-time great draft class.

Newton went on to have one of the most-impressive rookie seasons by any quarterback in modern NFL history, then he made three Pro Bowl teams, earned one All-Pro honor and won an MVP award and an NFC Championship. Newton’s greatest claim to fame may have been as the greatest dual-threat quarterback of all time, but he’s since been surpassed by Lamar Jackson by his own admission. However, when it comes to converting short-yardage situations, Newton is still in a class all his own among QBs.

Here’s former Panthers head coach Ron Rivera talking about how great Cam was on fourth down, and how much harder it became without him.

Before he became a coach, Rivera also enjoyed a storied career as a player. While he never made a Pro Bowl team Rivera played linebacker pretty well from 1984-1992 for the Chicago Bears, including being a part of the greatest team of all time in his rookie season.

In addition to being the most dominant defense ever, those Bears came with a host of legendary personalities and larger-than-life characters. Here’s Rivera talking about an epic Super Bowl week hangover from quarterback Jim McMahon.

After getting fired from his job in Carolina, Rivera went on to coach the Washington Commanders for four seasons, but he was fired last year. All together Rivera has a 102-103-2 career record, but he also has won two Coach of the Year awards.

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Cleveland, OH – Residents in Cleveland can expect a shift in weather starting Monday afternoon as clouds give way to rain and breezy conditions. The National Weather Service has forecasted a high of 59°F for today, with scattered showers likely after 4 p.m. Winds will pick up speed, gusting up to 32 mph, potentially impacting travel along major roadways like I-90.

According to the National Weather Service Cleveland office, tonight’s forecast predicts temperatures dropping to 43°F with steady rain in the snowbelt. Winds will persist, with gusts reaching up to 36 mph, but are expected to gradually weaken overnight. Commuters should exercise caution and secure any outdoor objects that might be vulnerable to the strong winds.

Looking ahead, Tuesday will bring slight chances of early morning showers, clearing up by mid-morning for mostly sunny skies with a high near 49°F. Winds from the north will range from 10 to 17 mph, providing a cooler but calmer day for residents. Tuesday night will be mostly clear, dipping to a low of 34°F.

Midweek forecasts show a mild Wednesday with a high of 56°F and southeast winds of 9 to 11 mph. Showers are likely to return late Wednesday night, with heavier precipitation expected on Thursday, accompanied by highs in the mid-50s. Rain chances will continue into Friday, with a slight decrease in intensity.

Stay alert for further weather updates and take necessary precautions as rain and wind impact the area over the next few days.

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