Cam Newton’s Media Workout: Good Or Bad Idea?

February 14, 2011   ·   Bryan Manning   ·   Jump to comments

Trent Dilfer is a smart man. Dilfer knows a bit about quarterback play and won a Super Bowl in 2000 with the Ravens. Now an analyst for ESPN, Dilfer is sometimes known as a harsh critic, but gives praise when absolutely deserved.
That’s what stands out from Auburn QB Cam Newton’s “media workout” Thursday. Dilfer attended Newton’s workout and was effusive in his praise.
As many know, it is easy for any QB prospect to do well in shorts and a T-shirt with no pass rush. I have always been skeptical of players who perform so well in these private workouts and combine sessions. These drills may help pass an eyeball test, but they do not guarantee success on a football field.
Mike Mayock, top draft analyst for the NFL Network, said this per ProFootballTalk.com, “I really didn’t need to see the workout, nor do I need to hear about the workout.” I agree Mr. Mayock, but I am intrigued by Cam Newton.
I watched several games of Ne...

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