Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton had an MVP season, but he will hear about his choice not...

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David P. Woods

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/teams/32" href="http://www.thescore.com/nfl/teams/32">Carolina Panthers</a> quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/41055" href="http://www.thescore.com/nfl/players/41055">Cam Newton</a> had an MVP season, but he will hear about his choice not to fall on a fumble late in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl 50 for the rest of his life.</p><p>Newton put the ball on the turf deep in his own end, then inexplicably avoided falling on the ball when it appeared he could have easily covered it up:</p><figure><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Von Miller, AGAIN Super Bowl 50: Broncos vs. Panthers CBS <a href="https://t.co/LApPIypJbe">https://t.co/LApPIypJbe</a> <a href="https://t.co/KVGeTLLYq3">pic.twitter.com/KVGeTLLYq3</a></p>— ClippitUsers Sports (@FanSportsClips) <a href="https://twitter.com/FanSportsClips/status/696529635882864640">February 8, 2016</a>
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<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/teams/5" href="http://www.thescore.com/nfl/teams/5">Denver Broncos</a> recovered the fumble and scored a touchdown moments later.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Here's another look at Newton's baffling actions:</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="https://vine.co/v/i1vW9AajAKY">Cam Newton doesn't jump on his own fumble.</a>
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The confetti is on the ground and the Denver Broncos are Super Bowl champions after a 24-10 win o...

<p>The confetti is on the ground and the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/teams/5" href="http://www.thescore.com/nfl/teams/5">Denver Broncos</a> are Super Bowl champions after a 24-10 win over the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/teams/32" href="http://www.thescore.com/nfl/teams/32">Carolina Panthers</a>. </p><p>Relive all the memorable moments from the game below.</p><h2>Recap</h2><ul><li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/951763" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/951763">Broncos ride defensive masterpiece to Super Bowl 50 win over Panthers</a></li></ul><h2>Manning not ready to hang 'em up</h2><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/158956/cropped_REU_2373505.jpg?ts=1454904807"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>Quarterback Peyton Manning was noncommittal on his playing future after winning his second Super Bowl title:</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/951765" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/951765">Manning says he'll take time to decide on retirement</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955286" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955286">Manning provides timeline for retirement decision on 'TODAY Show'</a></li>
</ul><h2>Miller time</h2><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/158935/cropped_GettyImages-508987754.jpg?ts=1454901023"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>Linebacker Von Miller took home MVP honors after making 2.5 sacks and leading a dominant performance by the Broncos' defense:</p><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/939728" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/939728">Von Miller named Super Bowl MVP</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/911454" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/911454">Miller the central component of Broncos' all-time great defense</a></li>
</ul><h2>Big plays</h2><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/158949/cropped_GettyImages-508989436.jpg?ts=1454903781"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>Super Bowl 50 was an uneven and sloppy affair, but there were moments of electrifying action dotted throughout the evening:</p><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955093" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955093">VIDEO: Von Miller forces Cam Newton fumble, Broncos recover for TD</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955099" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955099">VIDEO: Panthers' Stewart goes airborne for TD, unleashes hand jive</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955109" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955109">VIDEO: Confusion on punt leads to longest return in Super Bowl history</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955164" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955164">VIDEO: Cam Newton inexplicably backs away from ball after late fumble</a></li>
</ul><h2>Postgame fallout</h2><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/158958/cropped_REU_2373480.jpg?ts=1454905207"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955195" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955195">Cam Newton walks out of postgame press conference: 'I'm out of here'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955179" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955179">Chris Harris: Broncos defense is 'best of all time'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955183" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955183">John Elway on Super Bowl 50 win: 'This one's for Pat'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955201" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955201">Ward throws shade at Panthers' offense: 'We read 'em like a book'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955235" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955235">Thomas Davis displays broken arm, thanks everyone for support</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955241" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955241">Von Miller trolls Panthers with Crying Jordan</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955275" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955275">Broncos say Cam Newton 'tapped out'</a></li>
</ul><h2>Memorable moments</h2><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955169" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955169">VIDEO: Eli plays it cool as Peyton's Broncos close out Super Bowl win</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955177" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955177">VIDEO: Peyton Manning kisses Papa John's founder after Super Bowl win</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955199" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955199">VIDEO: Aqib Talib takes a spill during post-game festivities</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955082" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955082">VIDEO: Lady Gaga slays national anthem; controversy over length ensues</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955223" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955223">5 soon-to-be forgotten moments from Super Bowl 50</a></li>
</ul><h2>Halftime fireworks</h2><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/158922/cropped_GettyImages-508987110.jpg?ts=1454898816"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>Coldplay was the headlining act, but it was the guest stars who wowed:</p><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955131" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955131">Beyonce, Bruno Mars steal show in Coldplay's colorful, star-studded halftime show</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955135" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955135">VIDEO: Beyonce nearly falls on butt during Super Bowl halftime show</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/955148" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/955148">PHOTO: Beyonce pays tribute to Michael Jackson with Super Bowl outfit</a></li>
</ul>

VIDEO: Cam Newton inexplicably backs away from ball after late fumble

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