 Newton set the NFL rushing touchdown record for quarterbacks on December 4, 2011, rushing for his 13th touchdown of the season in the fourth quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.The historic performance was part of a career-high three rushing touchdowns, which were part of a 38–19 win.In that game, he also caught a 27-yard pass from wide receiver Legedu Naanee, making him a triple threat.