Cam Newton Comments on Race, Being a Role Model for Kids

February 3, 2016   ·   Scott Polacek   ·   Jump to comments

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton was the best player in the NFL this season and will likely win the Most Valuable Player award for his efforts. He plays the game with a genuine joy, consistently has a smile on his face, isn't afraid to dance on the field and is one of the clear-cut leaders of a great team.
Yet he somehow rubbed certain people the wrong way during Carolina's 17-1 campaign. He inspired ridiculous letters to the editor from fans and drew boos at Monday's Super Bowl Opening Night when introduced.
There may be a racial element to how some perceive Newton, but the quarterback seemed tired of talking about that Tuesday, according to David Newton of ESPN.com.
David Newton reported the Auburn product "became visibly bothered Tuesday when he was asked a series of questions about black quarterbacks. 'It's not an issue,' Newton told a reporter when asked about the stereotype of black quarterbacks. 'It's an issue for you.'"
That response reportedly came ...

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