Does Newton get it?

[OchoNueve]

You missed the point of the thread like Cam misses the point of the criticism

Cam is defending himself from criticism coming from every angle. A lot of the people criticizing him aren't even sure exactly what a "simple offense" means, they just heard it on Sportscenter.

[TheWiz]

The funniest was yesterday. Three of the afternoon shows all took time to bash Cam for "wanting Clausen's #2". As in, Cam showed up and demanded it. What none of them know is that Cam never did this. It was the media who prodded him, and asked him if he might like that number. Cam said yes he would like that number (if offered, or he could buy it, etc). Then ESPN twisted it into a diva having to have his old number.

I think that since we've got this NFL lockout situation... they've gotta find something to make headlines with... and Cam Newton is that guy. He's dynamic enough to keep people engaged... because you either love him or hate him. He's a polarizing figure... He's Stone Cold. He's the Rock. He's George W. He's Obama. He's friggin Batman!

[teeray]

You're gonna get out of the interview what you wanna get out of the interview. I thought he was very honest, but very positive. I think he answered alot of questions up front and didnt shy away from his past or what he needs to do to move forward.

If you're looking for something negative about Cam, then you're going to say that he sidestepped responsibility...

All He's saying is... I didnt call the plays, I just executed whatever the coaches gave me... LIKE I WAS SUPPOSED TO.

Cam Newton may have the charisma of Obama, but he commands the English language like George W.

First he was a thug. Then he was too arrogant. Then they question his work ethic. Then he was too stupid. I havent seen ANY college athlete come under this much scrutiny... some of it is warranted... but even if the kid does something well... He's being fake or phony?

This is beyond "hater"... this is some borderline ex-girlfriend type crap.

The worst example of this is when he didn't interview with the media after playing flag football with kids in New York.

He paid his own way to New York, was under no obligation to attend the event with the kids, and the NFL had said that some players would not speak with the media.

Cam could have skipped the whole thing and just not shown up. Instead he goes, plays football with the kids, does a great job with the kids, was the star of the show, and leaves without answering questions.

Media take: "he is an asshole" :confused:

[TheWiz]

haha, part of me thinks scouts and analysts were hating on cam pre-draft b/c they didnt want a small market team like us to get him.. Its a conspiracy I tell you

Oh yeah... theres definitely Corporate interest involved. People loooooove the idea of Cam going to Dallas. But for Carolina to draft Cam, its the worst decision of Franchise History? *dummies*

The Illuminati wants Cam to be head up the NWO.... because He's "Toooo SWEEEEEEEEEEeeeeeet!! 4-Life!"

[King Taharqa]

you all should ditch time warner and get a decent cable/satellite company..

Did just that recently. Got directv and im getting the NFL package. :cam:

[King Taharqa]

Oh yeah... theres definitely Corporate interest involved. People loooooove the idea of Cam going to Dallas. But for Carolina to draft Cam, its the worst decision of Franchise History? *dummies*

The Illuminati wants Cam to be head up the NWO.... because He's "Toooo SWEEEEEEEEEEeeeeeet!! 4-Life!"

You are right. Part of this is the media wants charismatic marketable athletes in big markets. They prefer small markets like us to stay in the background. Its almost like a lot of draft folks resent us for taking a high profile qb instead of a lower profile defensive guy.

[jtnc]

I can't wait to get that fire and winning mentality on this team. Cam + Smitty + a healthy Shockey= Dominance.

[Razzy]

If he doesn't get it now it doesn't mean he can't learn it. Let's see what happens in TC.

[jtnc]

Matt Moore could always take his mediocrity to the CFL.

[Mother Grabber]

Was that the same segment where McShay said that the team with the best draft in the NFC South was the Lions?

[TheRealDeal]

Mental note: No more negative threads about Cam, the snuggies here are too protective.

[Kettle]

you could go over to smack for that same old boring thread between KT and the white folk

[jtnc]

Mental note: No more negative threads about Cam, the snuggies here are too protective.

You're here to discredit Cam, that's all. You're not adding any discussion to this forum that we already know. You'd rather settle for Moore who's ceiling was hit his first game, than a QB who has shown major talent.

[TheRealDeal]