Cam Newton goes to bat for Colin Kaepernick: ‘In my opinion…'

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Colin Kaepernick remains unemployed. 

And Panthers quarterback Cam Newton offered support for the former 49ers signal-caller on Tuesday.

"I really think it's unfair. I think it's unfair," Newton told reporters. "Not to take any storm or glory away from this game -- we're trying to find every way to be prepared for the 49ers come Sunday.

"But in my opinion, do I think Kaepernick is better than some of these starting quarterbacks in this league? Absolutely. Should he be on a roster? Absolutely. There's no question about it."

Newton was selected No. 1 overall in 2011.

Kaepernick was selected No. 36 overall in 2011.

In January 2014, Kaepernick's 49ers beat Newton's Panthers in the divisional round of the playoffs, 23-10.

Kaepernick completed 15 of 28 passes for 196 yards and a touchdown, and ran for another score.

Newton went 16 for 25 for 267 yards (plus 54 rushing yards) and a touchdown, but threw two interceptions.

Newton won the MVP in 2015 and led the Panthers to a Super Bowl appearance.

Before he concluded his press conference, Newton made sure he was very clear about his feelings regarding Kaepernick's ability.

"Is he good enough to be on a roster? Is he good enough to be a starting quarterback? Absolutely."

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