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Former NFL Quarterback Cam Newton will join the ESPN family after signing a deal to appear alongside Stephen A. Smith on “First Take”.
NFL Legend and Auburn great Cam Newton has gone on record and revealed he’d only return to the NFL to play for one team, the Atlanta Falcons. However, the Falcons cashed out on Kirk Cousins and used their draft pick on Michael Penix so it’s safe to assume they don’t need a QB. Either way,
Cam is good at building out his digital empire from “Freaky Fridays” to his latest show “4th and 1”. The Atlanta native has always been polarizing so his pivot in front of the camera and microphones was seamless.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cam has a new job to add to his digital media resume, ESPN on-air personality. Newton has inked a deal with ESPN to join Stephen A. Smith on his hit show “First Take” which also occasionally features Shannon Sharpe.
“I’ve always brought passion and energy into everything I do, and that won’t change at ESPN,” said Newton. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to share my perspective and go toe-to-toe with the best in the business. Fans can expect the same intensity I brought to the field, along with real talk, bold takes, and good fun.”
The addition of Cam Newton marks another high-profile addition to the ESPN roaster alongside Nick Saban, Jason Kelce, and Pat McAfee.
“Cam Newton’s addition to First Take brings an electrifying presence, enhancing our roster of top-tier personalities,” David Roberts, executive VP and executive editor of sports news and entertainment at ESPN, said. “His dynamic charisma, combined with the high-profile debates alongside Stephen A. Smith, will create compelling, must-watch television for fans.”
Cam’s first day on the job will happen later today and we wish him the best of luck because we know Stephen A. Smith won’t let the BS fly.
You can watch Stephen A. Smith welcome Cam Newton to the ESPN family below.
