Five years ago, Cam Newton was at the top of the world. He was the best offensive player in the NFL, the MVP of the league, and it seemed like he was poised to finally win that much-awaited Super Bowl.
Then, the downfall happened. Newton’s questionable decisions put his body at risk and he just couldn’t be the same player or shake off injuries, up to the point where the Carolina Panthers eventually decided to part ways with him.
Finally humbled, Newton signed a one-year deal with the New England Patriots for a shot at redemption, following a couple of months without finding a new team. This time, he knew it was going to be his final chance.
Newton started off the season on a high note and showed glimpses of his former self, but once again, he regressed over the past couple of seasons. Now, he knows that the winning culture the team built over the past two decades will come back to haunt him unless he steps up again.
Humbled Cam Newton Says Losing Is Unacceptable At New England
“Losing is not acceptable in this locker room. In this county, in this state, in this area, in this region. So, Cameron Newton, you need to pick your (expletive) up. That’s what I’ve learned,” Cam said in an interview when the media asked him what he’s learned from his brief time in New England.
“Losing is not acceptable in this locker room. In this county. In this state. … So Cameron Newton, you needa pick your expletive up”
Cam on what he’s learned from his time with the Pats @brgridiron
(via @Patriots)pic.twitter.com/GVPTqeHXn5
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 29, 2020
Newton has always been a polarizing figure. His antics, eccentric attires, and the way he got into everybody’s face earned him a lot of detractors, so it’s not odd to see so many mixed reactions about his latest statement.
Twitter Reacts To Cam Newton’s Video
Thought it was a good conference. He’s accountable. He knows what he needs to do and I believe it’ll get turned around one way or another. ��. @CameronNewton, let’s see that dog! #LFG
— Trap House Dad (@catphishdaddy) October 29, 2020
That’s right, Cam. Step up or step out. I don’t know why we even bothered signing someone that doesn’t consider themselves to be QB. Your statement, not mine.
— Michael (@mwostler) October 30, 2020
Yessir, this ain’t Carolina! You’ve seen the banners, you seen the rings! Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins and your current team, Patriots. Let’s get it!
— Trevor Callender (@TC3slash) October 29, 2020
mf talking in the third person pic.twitter.com/Leldwef0cG
— Tyler (pain) (@DeGromsBurner) October 29, 2020
Why he always talking in the third person
— Will (@Will845_) October 29, 2020
Something is wrong with this man mentally. He just don’t look like his on earth.
— r (@r_gbretoux) October 30, 2020
Cam Newton in the locker room after the Niner game pic.twitter.com/xGAeuDe8WH
— Emmanuel (@GodPackers) October 29, 2020
I thought y’all said pats are going to the super bowl?
— bangwang (@RIPbangwang) October 29, 2020
Why everyone hating so much that wasn’t a bad time to speak in third person
— ��JamaL�� (@JamesMalal) October 30, 2020
I almost brought a Cam jersey. Glad I didn’t or I’d be like @RealSkipBayless throwing it in the trash.
— William Ford (@William62129009) October 30, 2020
All them vids of this nigga listening to gospel music and speaking cryptic for nothing
— saalim. (@saalimscott) October 29, 2020
Miss You and Your attitude on never being ok with losing
— Caleb Curlee (@CalebCurlee11) October 30, 2020
At the end of the day, true Patriots fans have no choice but to support Cam Newton as long as he’s under center for Bill Belichick’s team. He’s got the talent to lead the team back to the ultimate glory, but he, indeed, has to take his – expletive – up right now.
