 Newton was 23–36 for 245 yards with two touchdowns, two interceptions, and 37 rushing yards.Despite missing two games and dealing with ankle, rib, throwing hand, and back injuries through the entire season, Newton was rated as the 73rd best player in the NFL on the NFL Top 100 player list.On June 2, 2015, the Panthers and Newton agreed to a five-year, $103.8 million contract extension.