2011 NFL Draft Preview: Will Developing Racial Controversy Derail Cam Newton?

April 7, 2011   ·   Mike Foster   ·   Jump to comments

Being the ideal draft prospect means more than just having the physical attributes required to take on the job. Avoiding controversy, in this day and age, is of equal importance to scouts and team general managers who are looking for a player who can help build a strong foundation.
For Cameron Newton, controversy has been the nagging element pulling him away from apparent stardom. Arguably one of the more physically gifted draft prospects ever, Newton would appear to be a shoo-in for the number one pick in the 2011 NFL Draft.
Unfortunately, Newton comes with a certain package. No, the package isn't necessarily his history of off-field troubles.
The package would be best classified as a magnetizing force surrounding Newton, causing everything said, heard, or read about him to be over-analyzed, ridiculed, disputed, skewed, and eventually blown out of proportion.
In reality Cameron Newton has proven to be a great football player with an enthusiastic attitude and o...

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