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Cam Newton
Feb 7, 2016, 3:47 PM
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There seems to be a lot of dislike for Cam Newton on this site. I was curious as to why?
1. Because he played in the SEC? 2. Because the was Auburn the qb in 2010 and took them to #1 by barely beating Clemson in overtime? 3. Because he plays for the Carolina Panthers? 4. Because of his on filed antics? 5. Because?
I was just curious why all the negative words for him.
I am not a huge NFL fan, I tend to be a fan of NFL players......all part of the Clemson family. But if I had to pick a NFL team to cheer for tonight, it would be the Panthers.
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I'm not sure ... the reality is that
Feb 7, 2016, 3:52 PM
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he is an amazing NFL quarter back.
There was so much around his recruitment at Auburn -- and yes, we should have won that game -- that I think there is some residual disrespect ... earned or not.
But really -- what he does on the field is amazing.
Give the man some props.
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I didn't like him at first for all those
Feb 7, 2016, 3:54 PM
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reasons pretty much, but in time got over it and at this point I'm cool with him. Go Tigers! Go Panthers!
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Re: I didn't like him at first for all those
Feb 7, 2016, 4:02 PM
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Go Panthers!
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Re: I'm not sure ... the reality is that
Feb 7, 2016, 4:01 PM
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I happen to think he is a great NFL qb. I just thought with all the negative words I have been seeing that maybe I was missing something.
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He is a childish, immature narcissist. And thief.
Feb 7, 2016, 6:35 PM
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And he and his father $cammed the NCAA.
Who names their child CHOSEN and declares that at 1 month he is walking?
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The reason people hate Cam is because they are racists.
Feb 7, 2016, 3:55 PM
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They are afraid when they see an African American male with that much power, doing the things he does, and being that successful. It's fear and bewilderment.
At least that's the pathetically ignorant narrative that is going absolutely unchallenged and is being swallowed up like a load of something by the brainwashed, brainless, gutless masses. First Super Bowl thing I tuned into this morning on CBS was perpetuating that nonsense.
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Re: The reason people hate Cam is because they are racists.
Feb 7, 2016, 4:07 PM
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Cam Newton is a powerful man and qb. I'll leave it at that. I have not seen much of the SB coverage today. Kinda glad I have missed it.
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He is a tremendous athlete who has developed into a
Feb 7, 2016, 4:16 PM
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spectacular QB. He is certainly deserving of the MVP this year. Still, I don't like him because his whole college career was shady at best, and I think he is arrogant, cocky, and his on-the-field antics are more than just spontaneous celebrations (which I have no problem with whatsoever), but are choreographed and always manage to draw even more attention to himself. The fact that people claim that makes me a racist, and even he has implied as much, makes me dislike him even more.
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a lot is #4
Feb 7, 2016, 3:56 PM
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and mostly because 4 is the number of minutes his celebrations last a little less and nobody would notice
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Re: a lot is #4
Feb 7, 2016, 4:07 PM
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I guess I like seeing a Pro show true excitement and love for the game.
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sometimes enough is enough
Feb 7, 2016, 4:12 PM
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like when a db stands over a wide receiver he just made a crushing hit on
30 freaking yards downfield
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Re: sometimes enough is enough
Feb 7, 2016, 4:17 PM
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I get your point. That is over the line for me too. I guess I just have not seen Cam do an thy thing like that this season. Note that it is very possible I just missed it since I have cut the cable cord.
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He will never be one of my favorites,
Feb 7, 2016, 3:59 PM
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But I have went from total hate (stealing in college, playing for Auburn, celebrating a TD when down 20 like he just won the super bowl) to now I respect that he does a lot of good deeds, makes teamates better and he does not do stupid things like Johnny football. I really like to watch him play.
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Re: He will never be one of my favorites,
Feb 7, 2016, 4:22 PM
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Unfortunately, he is a very talented jerk. He, no doubt, was instrumental in someone in his family receiving benefits from Auburn for his services. He loves the spotlight and will go to great lengths to get the cameras tuned in to him, thus the showboating in the end zone. I mentioned on here before, in a game 3 or 4 weeks ago, he ran out onto the field during a time out. The problem was the defense was on the field at the time and he gave a high five to 3 or 4 guys before running back off the field. This was done solely for camera time. Nobody likes showboats. Never have, never will. As far as the racist thing is concerned, this was brought up by a black broadcaster and no white broadcasters have the nads to defend their race. It has nothing to do with racism. Sorry, look for another excuse rather than state a more accurate assessment of the truth.
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It seems everyone is a "jerk" to somebody!
Feb 7, 2016, 6:22 PM
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Pity
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Because he took a pay cut...
Feb 7, 2016, 4:14 PM
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to join the NFL, and no one at the NCAA cares. And now that the SEC's favorite manchild is playing in the Superbowl, his childish antics are getting loads of extra attention. So there's that too.
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Probably his character.......
Feb 7, 2016, 4:18 PM
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There are probability a lot of people who haven't forgotten things that transpired during his college years.
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Re: Probably his character.......
Feb 7, 2016, 4:23 PM
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I see. I don't know much about his college days. I will check it out. But I sure hope that I would not be judged for my college day antics. All legal....but not always smart. Lol
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Learning is good...
Feb 7, 2016, 4:36 PM
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I recommend it. And if you're a big Bernie supporter, you know, because he wants to give everybody lots of free stuff, then I would suggest checking out the history of socialism and communism. Greece is a good modern place to start with that.
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Re: Learning is good...
Feb 7, 2016, 4:45 PM
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I guess my very fine Clemson education was simply not enough. Two Clemson degrees and somehow I don't know everything??
I asked a question and got some answers. I appriciate the folks willing to just answer the question.
I am willing to look I to it and form my own opinion.
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Re: Lady, there are a lot of folks who have three degrees,
Feb 7, 2016, 6:54 PM
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from some highly thought of schools, who still do not know crap.
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Re: Lady, there are a lot of folks who have three degrees,
Feb 7, 2016, 7:14 PM
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Exactly. I do not know everything. So I asked the question. Simple.
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Butthurtedness mostly. Whether you're a college or pro
Feb 7, 2016, 5:28 PM
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fan, Cam has beaten everyone and enjoyed the process - so there's a lot of jilted fans in his wake, and he's poised to take that to its highest level tonight. He's a remarkable athlete and young man and I'm hoping he stays the straight and narrow and lives the role model he's becoming.
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A positive comment about Cam Newton
Feb 7, 2016, 6:29 PM
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He doesn't have a bunch of tattoos!
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5) the race issue which had not c rossed my mind until it
Feb 7, 2016, 6:33 PM
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was brought to my attention by the media. I need to do a better job noticing these important things. Shame on me
I had thought of him doing great things especially for the kids and those struggling financially.
He got paid in college but he made good on his 2nd chance.
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Re He is a cheat, liar and show off.***
Feb 7, 2016, 6:49 PM
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