Former NFL star Cam Newton sparked controversy with his comments on ESPN's "First Take" on Monday morning. The former NFL MVP quarterback for the Carolina Panthers officially joined ESPN's "First Take" in 2025.

Cam Newton is facing backlash after making a controversial comment about former NFL running back O.J. Simpson during an ESPN appearance.

During a segment on ESPN’s First Take late last week, Newton pontificated that New England’s 9–2 start to the 2025 season was “fool’s gold,” given their schedule filled with “sorry scrubs,” and that Josh McDaniels should be credited for Maye’s success.

Cam Newton agreed to a multi-year deal with ESPN that will further expand his role as a regular commentator on First Take, the network announced Wednesday. Newton will formally return to First Take on Thursday’s episode, ESPN’s press release confirmed.

“I am excited to be back with the First Take team and share my voice on all things sports,” Newton said in the ESPN statement. “This is an incredible opportunity for me to connect with fans and bring my passion and knowledge to a show I’ve always ...

ESPN personality Cam Newton dropped his thoughts on Lane Kiffin's job situation and issued a challenge to the Ole Miss boss.

ESPN has announced a new multi-year agreement with former NFL MVP Cam Newton, who will expand his role on the network’s flagship morning debate show, First Take. Known for his outspoken personality and on-field achievements, Newton will bring his ...

Earlier this year, former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton made headlines when he said he would not swap his MVP award from 2015 for a Super Bowl ring, having lost a big game to the Denver Bro