OT: Cam Newton Declares for NFL Draft
Per Joe Schad and Pat Forde
schadjoe Auburn announces QB Cam Newton entering NFL Draft
espn4d Auburn has sent out release announcing (shock!) Cam Newton is going pro.
espn4d Release quotes Cam saying the decision was difficult. Sure it was.
Auburn junior quarterback Cam Newton will forgo his senior season and make himself eligible for the 2011 National Football League Draft.
"This decision was difficult for me and my family," Newton said. "After talking to Coach Chizik and Coach Malzahn, I think it is best that I make that next step in my career and forgo my senior season and enter the NFL Draft. It was a very hard decision for me, especially after coming off the great season we had at Auburn. I'm blessed to have been around an excellent environment and have great teammates, coaches and support from the Auburn family. It's been a blessing for me to be a part of something so great. Any time you win games it's a big deal, but for this school to win a BCS National Championship, what a way to make people happy. Auburn is a special place that I can call home."
Todd McShay lists him as his 3rd ranked QB, FWIW.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:09 PM ^
Alright guys. I want some damn good 'pay cut' jokes on this thread
January 13th, 2011 at 9:10 PM ^
He is so guilty
January 13th, 2011 at 9:11 PM ^
he went pro last year.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:12 PM ^
Alright, I give. What is this from?
January 13th, 2011 at 9:19 PM ^
Costas did an HBO special a while back. I can't remember what it was called but it was basically his little jihad against bloggers and internet commentators.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:12 PM ^
No surprise. He already has an agent.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:22 PM ^
Yeah, his name is Cecil Newton.
January 13th, 2011 at 11:01 PM ^
At this very moment Cecil is dancing in his underware clutching a cold one singing "We're in the money!".
January 13th, 2011 at 9:49 PM ^
can turn this story into a series of motivational childrens books.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:13 PM ^
...Due to funding cutbacks at Auburn University, Cam Newton, 2010 SEC Player of the Year and Heisman Trophy Winner, has decided to forgo his remaining year of eligibility.
January 13th, 2011 at 11:12 PM ^
this is epic! lol
January 13th, 2011 at 9:14 PM ^
Wow total shocker!!!
January 13th, 2011 at 10:01 PM ^
is one of the top 3 gif's ever made
January 13th, 2011 at 10:06 PM ^
It's also what I looked like when I heard Denard was staying.
January 14th, 2011 at 9:03 AM ^
Right?
January 13th, 2011 at 9:17 PM ^
...USC circa 2.0 in 5..4...3..2...1..
January 13th, 2011 at 9:18 PM ^
"Auburn has sent out release announcing (shock!) Cam Newton is going pro."
Umm... technically, he already did...
January 13th, 2011 at 9:19 PM ^
beaten to it by tennblue
January 13th, 2011 at 9:21 PM ^
January 13th, 2011 at 9:21 PM ^
It was this, or a possible suspension next year...180,000 is more than a few tats.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:24 PM ^
Chizik. Cam actually had no idea, except he did leave a voicemail with Gene saying that he had to go because the money was too good.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:52 PM ^
Drew Rosenhaus, here comes super agent Cecil Newton.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:24 PM ^
..............cuz', ya know, we talk about everything, I've decided Auburn is too cheap to keep my services anymore, so I'm going to the highest bidder."
Talk about a case of 'been there, done that'.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:26 PM ^
Normally I don't tune in to CFL on espn but I was watching the other day to hear what they had to say about the Hoker, and Jesse Palmer said something to the effect of "if Cam Newton stays at Auburn next year it will really make a statement about his innocence in all this." I then immediately knew Cam would be declaring.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:27 PM ^
At least Cam already has an agent but I guess he also calls him Dad.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:30 PM ^
"Cam Newton came to Auburn for the money, and now he is leaving Auburn for the money."
January 13th, 2011 at 9:31 PM ^
What's his old man's cut going to be?
January 13th, 2011 at 9:33 PM ^
auburn couldnt pay him enough
January 13th, 2011 at 9:35 PM ^
To be expected. We haven't heard the last of this play for pay skullduggery, and the NCAA's shameless patch work on the issue this November will not hold, so cammy is going while the gettin is good. Newton is just reason #5631 why the SEC sucks the big one.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:37 PM ^
The pros pay less than Auburn, but heck, you are one step closer to that broadcasting career.....
January 13th, 2011 at 9:38 PM ^
Cecil agreed to stay away from the program as part of an agreement with Auburn that called off the NCAA dogs until after the season. When Cecil showed up at the MNC, the NCAA took note and word is they are extremely pissed.
This was the talk on Sirius sports today and apparently there is an article about it in USA Today. Even the Alabama people think the Newton's are dirty. Pot, meet kettle.
January 13th, 2011 at 10:40 PM ^
I still can't bring myself to root for Alabama in the Iron bowl. I tried this year but then Nick Saban's face flashed across my mind's eye and a powerful wave of nausea washed over me. I won't make the same mistake twice.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:40 PM ^
So long ya cheater.
Whats the over/under for Auburn next year without Cam and Fairley (sp?)? I put it at 8 wins max.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:44 PM ^
One last post on this matter. Cam Newton's college career. Stole and had people take tests for him, kicked out of school. Come back to NCAA and get paid by highest bidder. NCAA's response to this was to give him the Heisman and win a championship. Way to send a message.
P.S. This asshole going pro also no doubt gave Frost the available scholarship to go to Auburn. Double fuck you Cam Newton!
January 13th, 2011 at 9:45 PM ^
He fully displayed his character by deceiving Auburn with his dad in the stands. My guess is that Auburn is glad to have him gone. Who ever drafts him deserves the inevitable off field issues coming their way. Scam and his dad played just about everyone, and they will be getting paid for it.
When I heard that Alabama announced "Cam Newton Day", I threw up in my mouth a little bit.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:44 PM ^
I wonder how the Auburn fans will react if Auburn goes 7-5 next year with Newton gone. AU hated Gene Jizzit when he arrived and I feel for the guy if AU stinks next year.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:45 PM ^
January 13th, 2011 at 9:47 PM ^
Wow, not certain he can afford the cut in pay!
January 13th, 2011 at 9:48 PM ^
I guess Auburn didn't have a buyout clause.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:49 PM ^
No star QB should be making 10 times less than their head coach in. He was getting ripped and deserved better.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:51 PM ^
guy is very lucky as of right now!!!
January 13th, 2011 at 9:52 PM ^
So did Frost's scholarship just open up?
January 13th, 2011 at 10:24 PM ^
...hope not...
January 13th, 2011 at 9:53 PM ^
Ready, set, Auburn suck
January 13th, 2011 at 9:54 PM ^
Although Auburn could be a little less desirable without Newton.
January 13th, 2011 at 9:56 PM ^
...the bar. The over/under until the NCAA takes away Auburn's national championship and Newton's Heisman was going at 2 years (I said 3, but I got out voted).
January 13th, 2011 at 9:58 PM ^
They just freed up a lot of money, they should be well under the SEC cap this year.