NFL World Reacts as Cam Newton Has Message for Lamar Jackson

Posted on July 5, 2024 by angelo

Throughout his NFL career, Cam Newton has been one of the most dominant quarterbacks the league has ever seen. But even though that dominance earned him the MVP award in 2015, he doesn’t think it makes him the best quarterback in NFL history.

On the latest episode of his podcast “4th and 1,” Cam Newton was asked whether or not he considers himself the best dual-threat quarterback in NFL history. But he made it very clear that he doesn’t feel that way.

“No,” Newton replied. “Lamar Jackson.”

Does Cam Newton consider himself the best dual-threat QB to ever play the game?

“No.

“Lamar Jackson.”pic.twitter.com/GBXvOwK5FF

— Sarah Ellison (@sgellison) July 4, 2024

Newton clearly showed that Jackson had something he never had in his career: breakaway speed.

“Lamar’s style is a little different than mine,” Newton said. “He’s got a lot of playmaking potential, any play. Yeah, he’s got speed that I’ve never had, and he’s just electric,” Newton said. “And then I played a more … powerful game. Yeah, I can run, but I could probably get caught. (Michael) Vick, Lamar, they don’t get caught.”

Needless to say, these comments sparked a lot of reaction from the NFL world on social media.

I want to commend this guy for recognizing that and being honest. It’s a privilege to have @Lj_era8 as QB of my favorite team 🫡 https://t.co/szc9OoPsNW

— Malik Moore (@kingleek_17) July 4, 2024

Cam Newton: Ball Connoisseur https://t.co/JAPtnIZfga

— RAMEY (@HoodieRamey) July 4, 2024

If there’s one QB talent in the last 20 years who’s been as trashed as Lamar, it’s Cam. An alien athlete who wasn’t appreciated enough.

It’s cool to hear him compliment LJ like that https://t.co/i4XY7kzvwk

— chris (@Kulisu86) July 4, 2024

I say this, you can’t compare Can with Lamar, Josh Allen has more of his Olay style, Lamar has a Vick mold https://t.co/cBguqASwc5

— yion (@yionato) July 4, 2024

Different styles but I love them all https://t.co/XmDY9c86Mv

— Brandon Howard (@bhoward_81) July 4, 2024

He has a good self-awareness. https://t.co/cgf4NUPQ1h

— TJ The Resurrected (@CantStopTJ) July 4, 2024

Obviously, both Jackson and Newton have proven their dominance throughout their playing careers, earning them respective MVP awards.

(Sarah Ellison)