" A year ago Steve Smith wanted out of town and fans wanted a new quarterback.

The Panthers drafted Cam Newton first overall and didn't find much trade interest in Smith. Good thing. The two have led an offensive resurgence and have a chance make history Saturday.

Newton needs 18 yards to break Peyton Manning's rookie passing record of 3,739 yards. With five catches, Smith will pass Mushin Muhammad (696) as the franchise's all-time leader. Smith overtook Muhammad as the leader in receiving yardage earlier this season."