NFL: Newton Didn't Need To Leave Game After Hit By Broncos

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - The NFL says medical officials determined reigning league MVP Cam Newton didn't need to leave Thursday night's game against the Denver Broncos despite taking a helmet-to-helmet hit on Carolina's final series.

Newton remained in the game after the hit from Denver's Darian Stewart and led the Panthers into field goal range, but Graham Gano missed a 50-yard attempt in Denver's 21-20 victory.

The NFL released a statement Friday morning saying there was communication between medical personnel on the Carolina sideline, including the unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant, and the two independent certified athletic trainer spotters in the booth.

The league says during stoppage in action the play was reviewed and medical officials determined "there were no indications of a concussion that would require further evaluation and the removal of the player from the game."

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