Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton warms up before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton warms up before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

New Orleans Saints fan Ben Collier watches his team warm up before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton points at a camera before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton throws while being rushed by New Orleans Saints' Martez Wilson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera talks to some players during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

New Orleans Saints' Isa Abdul-Quddus (42), Roman Harper (41) and Elbert Mack (44) try to stop Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) on a run during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

New Orleans Saints' Rafael Bush tackles Carolina Panthers' Greg Olsen (88) after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Patrick Robinson tries to stop Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) on a run during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

New Orleans Saints' Johnny Patrick (32) tackles Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is sacked by New Orleans Saints' Brodrick Bunkley (77) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) breaks away for a 65-heard run during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Junior Galette is seen on the bench during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Marques Colston (12) catches a seven-yard touchdown pass with Carolina Panthers' D.J. Campbell (26) defending during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Lance Moore gives Carolina Panthers' Josh Thomas (22) a stiff arm after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Lance Moore (16) catches a pass between Carolina Panthers' D.J. Campbell (26) and Josh Thomas during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Jonathan Casillas is seen on the bench after pouring water on his head during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Jimmy Graham catches a pass in front of Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly (59) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Lance Moore (16) catches a pass in front of Carolina Panthers' D.J. Campbell during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Jimmy Graham catches a touchdown pass in front of Carolina Panthers' Charles Godfrey (30) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) congratulated tight end Jimmy Graham after Graham's touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Joe Vitt throws his challenge flag during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Joe Vitt argues a call during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton scrambles during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers' Greg Olsen (88) catches a pass in front of New Orleans Saints' Roman Harper (41) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Isa Abdul-Quddus (42) breaks up a pass intended for Carolina Panthers' Brandon LaFell during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers' Charles Godfrey (30) intercepts a pass in front of New Orleans Saints' Lance Moore (16) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints' Roman Harper (41) and Will Herring are seen on the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees holds his head down during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers' Mike Tolbert (35) is congratulated by Garry Williams (65) after a touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Joe Vitt walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. The Panthers won 44-38. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) is tripped up by New Orleans Saints' Patrick Robinson (21) after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton tosses a wristband to a fan after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in New Orleans. The Panthers won 44-38. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2012, file photo, Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera works the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Rivera hasn't been given an ultimatum by ownership, but he knows his job could hinge on next season. Carolina hasn't been to the postseason since 2008 and hasn't won a playoff game since 2005. Rivera tells the AP the Panthers have what it takes to get back to the playoffs. (AP Photo/Bill Haber, File)

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2012, file photo, Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) breaks away for a 65-yard run during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. A person familiar with the situation says the Panthers have restructured the contract of Williams, a move that will ensure Carolina's all-time leading rusher will be back this season. The person spoke to The Associated Press Tuesday on condition of anonymity because the move has not been publically announced.(AP Photo/Dave Martin)