 The following week, Newton led the Panthers to their first 8–0 start in franchise history with a 37–29 victory over the Green Bay Packers; Newton went 15–30 for 297 yards passing, three touchdowns, and one interception to go along with 9 rush, 57 yards, and one touchdown.Further, for the first time in his career, Newton threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns in a single half.For his game against the Packers, Newton was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week.