NFC South Morning Jog: Is Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton Overrated?

Each morning, I like to start the day off with a workout—usually a morning jog. I can clear my head, plan my day, and think about what’s going on around the NFC South.

Carolina Panthers

KC Joyner of ESPN.com calls Cam Newton one of the most overrated players in the NFC. Atlanta's Tony Gonzalez is on the list, too.

Adding rookie Luke Kuechly and getting back injured Jon Beason could transform Carolina's linebacker corps from a concern to an area of strength (via CBSSports.com).

Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons waived undrafted rookie free agent wide receiver Cody Pearcy on Thursday, the team announced via its website.

After adding seven pounds in the offseason, Matt Ryan said he's "stronger and hopefully more durable" ( via USA Today).

New Orleans Saints

Until Thursday, none of the Saints draft picks had signed with the team. That changed when Akiem Hicks inked his four-year deal (via Times-Picayune).

Drew Brees told Parade Magazine that the adversity of this past offseason may have a way of bringing people together.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

No need to be concerned that first-round pick Mark Barron hasn't signed with the Buccaneers yet, according to the Tampa Bay Times. 

NFC South

Tampa Bay's Gerald McCoy and Atlanta's Dunta Robinson make this CBSSports.com list of the 11 worst contracts in the NFL.