2011 NFL Draft: Cam Newton Media Workout
by David Fucillo on Feb 10, 2011 8:50 PM PST
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PrintEarlier today down in San Diego, former Auburn QB Cam Newton put on a display for the media in which he showcased the workouts he's been putting himself through in preparation for the 2011 NFL Draft. The Heisman Trophy winner has apparently been working out six days a week with quarterback coach George Whitfield Jr. and has also been getting advice from Warren Moon. While Newton is incredibly athletic, he has plenty of doubters when it comes to his general quarterbacking skills.
One person who has been sold on the Newton skills package is ESPN analyst and former quarterback Trent Dilfer. In the video below, after Newton makes some comments, Dilfer showers him with praise. Shelley Smith asked Dilfer about how valuable this workout really is since he's in shorts and a t-shirt. Dilfer felt it was of value because he was attempting more difficult throws than one might otherwise see. I haven't seen the full video so I can't argue one way or the other in regards to Dilfer's comment so we'll just have to take it at face value.
Dilfer thinks Newton's draft stock will skyrocket after this film gets out to the teams. He thinks the ceiling is astronomical and that will have scouts, GMs, and coaches slobbering over Newton. I wouldn't be surprised at all if he shot up the draft board, but that obviously doesn't guarantee he'll be a success. It sounds like he's working hard to improve himself, but will it be enough?
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"he threw so hard he split one of his WR gloves"
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Newton
Cam Newton may be an epic failure but his athleticism alone will suck somebody into drafting him in the first round. And if he looks even remotely decent heading into the draft, I’d be shocked if he wasn’t taken in the top half of the first. All it takes is one team liking him.
by David Fucillo on Feb 10, 2011 9:37 PM PST up reply actions
True I guess
After all, Vince Young was a top 5 pick. There’s always that one team that oozes about a player’s athletic ability…I am rooting for an epic fall in the draft though, I would find it hilarious to watch the ESPN footage from his house on Day 2 and still waiting to be picked.
by BustaTheRippa on Feb 10, 2011 10:00 PM PST up reply actions
Don't hate
He looked good throwing but I was impressed with how good he was in the interview, and as a southern kid his english was impeccable. Sounds strange but part of why I think Mallet and even Farve are perceived as not intelligent is that aww shucks southern accent.
He could be the real deal
by Mr. Jesse From Anchorage, AK on Feb 10, 2011 10:11 PM PST up reply actions
I'm not
He had his shady dealings at Auburn but I can’t really see judging him on that since this has happened so many other times. At the end of the day I actually do hope he succeeds. Except for players drafted by the Cowboys I really don’t wish failure on players. Not sure what’s so entertaining about that.
by David Fucillo on Feb 10, 2011 10:54 PM PST up reply actions
or any players drafted by an nfc west rival.
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Shady true
But he just got caught…
I was actually referring to BustaTheRippa not your comment. I think he will be drafted high, if for no other reason then someone does not want to miss out on his talent. Someone thinks they can mold and groom a physically gifted QB and make him into a star.
FTR right now I like Colin Kaepernik another athletic big armed mobile qb, actually from Cali (not that that matters) but he started since he was a freshman and improved every year. He sounds intelligent in interviews and looks like (from his profile) he has overcome adversity to be successful.
He was adopted, lightly recruited and only received 1 scholarship offer. Despite being over looked he overcame and broke NCAA records on the way to becoming a draftable player.
by Mr. Jesse From Anchorage, AK on Feb 10, 2011 11:31 PM PST up reply actions
His Dad is a penny pinching con-artist. Rooting for him to get a lower pay check isn’t rooting for him to fail in the NFL. If he has the talent, he’ll play well wherever he is drafted
by BustaTheRippa on Feb 10, 2011 11:31 PM PST up reply actions
Epic failure? could you explain that? I might not understand what you meant...
I don’t like Newton, but don’t see him as a failure….
by ericalancanty on Feb 11, 2011 1:55 AM PST up reply actions
Could be just me
I didn’t watch Newton’s last season at Auburn all that closely. But other than last season, he had nothing else that warrants giving him any kind of viable experience heading to the next level. I’m not doubting his athleticism, but taking the next step from college to pro, NFL pro, is a HUGE one. I just wonder if anyone associated with the league other than who we already know of really feels that Newton has what is warranted as a 1st round pick. I would think that if someone does, they expect him to if not immediately, be ready to become a starting QB at some point next season. IMO, I can’t bring myself to believe it just yet.
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by Mangoman on Feb 10, 2011 9:54 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Last season was his only year starting
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See Matt Cassell....no experience at all in college.
by ericalancanty on Feb 11, 2011 1:56 AM PST up reply actions
You're not kidding
Which makes me wonder why he was taken even in the 7th round. But that’s typical Belichik if you ask me. Excellent eye for talent.
I would say though that coming from a former NFL QB like Dilfer, if he thinks Newton’s stock is going to skyrocket, I’d have to give it some credibility.
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JaMarcus Junior
Can throw the ball 70 yards, but can’t hit a guy in stride 10 yards away. But you are right, a few teams will be enamored with his physical attributes without realizing what it takes to be a successful NFL QB, and draft him high. The Raiders wouldn’t draft Cam right? Or would they? I think that Al Davis is demented enough to try.
He is nothing like Jamarcus
He moves well and looks like he works hard. They have three things in common, they have laser/rocket arms, are big and played in the SEC
by Mr. Jesse From Anchorage, AK on Feb 10, 2011 10:19 PM PST up reply actions
The Heisman Trophy winner has apparently been working out six days a week with quarterback coach George Whitfield Jr. and has also been getting advice from Warren Moon.
Cue sound: Screeching brakes from car.
Heisman Trophy Winner = Use extreme caution. Red flag, red flag!!
Some of us will do our jobs well and some will not, but we will be judged by only one thing -- the result. -Lombardi
So was this guy:
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that don't work." - Thomas Edison
"I may be an idiot, but one thing I'm not sir, is an idiot." - Peter Griffin
One fall of the bike doesn't make all bikes evil.
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That's not what I was implying.
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that don't work." - Thomas Edison
"I may be an idiot, but one thing I'm not sir, is an idiot." - Peter Griffin
I was just pointing out that he won it
Not saying all Heisman winners don’t succeed.
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that don't work." - Thomas Edison
"I may be an idiot, but one thing I'm not sir, is an idiot." - Peter Griffin
So was
John Huarte
Steve Spurrier
Gary Beban
Pat Sullivan
Andre Ware
Ty Detmer
Gino Torretta
Charlie Ward
Danny Wuerfel
Chris Weinke
Eric Crouch
Jason White
Matt Leinart
Tim Tebow
There’s like 4 guys out of all the candidates that have had success at that position after winning the Heisman. It’s almost like a jinx or smoething to win it.
Some of us will do our jobs well and some will not, but we will be judged by only one thing -- the result. -Lombardi
Can't say Tebow is a bust yet
But ya there are a lot of bad eggs in that bunch. Must be the fact that succeeding in college doesn’t translate well to the NFL.
Kellen Moore is awesome
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Charlie Ward??
I think he found pretty good success and might have even won a championship if wasn’t for michael jordan dominating on the white soxes.
Just go look at the Heisman Trophy winner list at the QB position and get back to me.
Some of us will do our jobs well and some will not, but we will be judged by only one thing -- the result. -Lombardi
you people better hope Harbaugh doesnt like Newton
or you folks will have to quit your jobs and work full time take shots at this kid.
ur hoping to have the #1 pick next year?
NFC West is still up for grabs next year. we’re behind right now, but we had a lot of bad luck last year.. i dont see hasselbeck leading the shehawks to another title and rams are still unproven
or a fall like locker did
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by HUNGRY HUNTER on Feb 10, 2011 11:25 PM PST up reply actions
love it.
gabbert and newton off the board before niners pick will be great, lets hope locker can manage a burst to the top five also above the niners pick.
this is great for the chances of drafting peterson/von miller/quinn/bowers
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it will take it
they already traded their first rounder. lol
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by HUNGRY HUNTER on Feb 11, 2011 2:11 AM PST up reply actions
Whoever is dumb enough
to draft Newton will set that franchise back a year or two or even three.
Throwing a few passes doesn’t mean squat. Have NFL caliber lineman run after him, and see how well he can pass after that.
I hate it, but I think he'd be great for Seattle
Late first round pick would justify having him sit for a year before taking over
Just a thought
While I am not sure if Newton will be a bust or a Super Bowl winning QB. I am not sold that he is a top 10 pick. He can make a lot of throws that other guys cannot and extend a play, and power run for a first down. The risks drop him out of the 10, but I think he will get drafted 20-29 range. All you need is one team to fall in love.
We are getting a veteran to start next season.
Need to get that combine going on.
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Newton
He’s athletic, a grinder, a leader, has a strong arm. My question does he have the brain to sink in a full complex NFL system. Can he break down film? If he is drafted by the 49ers then that proves that Harbaugh is willing to mold him for a few years. I mean if everyone is so hyped up about keeping Alex Smith then why not Cam Newton? He would fare better off than Alex in two-three years especially with our so called “QB guru”.
You are talking about a man...
Who has never had to make more than one read or run, has exactly one year of NCAA experience, and has just as many rushing attempts as passing attempts.
No thanks… I’ll take Alex.
Hell… I’ll take Troy or Carr…. screw it… I’d take Baas and put him back there before I would draft Newton.
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