Cam Newton firing a shot at Shannon SharpeShannon Sharpe, Stephen A. Smith, and Cam Newton (Photo via ESPN)
Recently, it was announced that Cam Newton would appear regularly on ESPN’s “First Take” alongside Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe. Friday was his first day on set, and he already fits right in.

As part of the shows HBCU roadshow, the crew is setting up at Tenessee State University for the school’s homecoming football game.

Of course, homecoming is a big deal for many schools and students, and Newton highlighted that. “It’s a party, Stephen A. We ain’t worried about class,” said Newton.

That’s when Sharpe chimes in with, “I’m worried about something else, but we can’t say that.”

Newton immediately responds, “Watch out, Michelle,” as everyone on set starts losing their minds.

Of course, Newton is referring to the now viral mistake of Sharpe going on Instagram Live while having sexual intercourse with a woman, who was later revealed to be named Michelle.

Many were worried when the network announced Newton’s hiring, but his personality seemed to fit perfectly with Sharpe and Smith, and this could become an amazing trio that stays together for a long time.

 

Cam Newton Is Excited For This New Opportunity

Newton has been working within the sports media for a while, but they have mostly been independent sources like his own shows.

This is his first long-term opportunity with a large network, and he will not take it for granted.

“I’ve always brought passion and energy into everything I do, and that won’t change at ESPN,” he said, according to an ESPN press release. “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.”

VIDEO: Cam Newton Dropped A Giant Truth Bomb On Why Shedeur Sanders Gave Him The Cold Shoulder On The Field Before Colorado’s Game vs. UCF

Shedeur Sanders and Cam Newton on he fieldShedeur Sanders and Cam Newton (Photo via NCAA)
Shedeur Sanders was certainly not feeling Cam Newton ahead of Colorado’s highly-anticipated Big 12 matchup vs. UCF.

The former NFL MVP approached Shedeur on the field but it appeared Sanders was not thrilled with Newton interrupting his pregame routine.

Newton, who has previously criticized Sanders’ career, extended a handshake as he approached the young quarterback. While Sanders dapped him up, he turned away and resumed his pregame routine.

It was an uncomfortable moment to watch, and no one had a clue why the interaction had gone so badly.

Now we know.

“He said I’m on some weird s–t,” Newton told people on the field at FBC Mortgage Stadium after their brief exchange, as seen in a video on X, which captured the tense moment.

Following the game, Newton addressed the awkwardness with Shedeur Sanders, stating, “I don’t hold grudges. It’s all love, but sometimes people are just in their zone.”

Sanders might be paving his way through college, but Newton has been there and done it.

After two seasons with the Florida Gators, Newton attended Blinn College in Texas in 2009 before joining the Auburn Tigers in 2010.

He would lead them to a perfect 14-0 record in one year with the Tigers, winning both the SEC and national championships. That eventually led to Newton being selected No. 1 by the Panthers in the 2011 NFL draft.

He brought the Panthers to the Super Bowl and won the NFL MVP award in the 2015 season.

Shedeur Sanders Has Complete Game To Lead Colorado To Blowout Victory

Shedeur Sanders threw for 290 yards and three touchdowns Saturday, per his stats on ESPN.

His stellar play helped improve Colorado match its victory total for all of last season with a 48-21 rout of UCF.