How much is Cam Newton worth?
| Net Worth: | $70 Million |
|---|---|
| Profession: | Professional NFL Player |
| Date of Birth: | May 11, 1989 (age 33) |
| Country: | United States of America |
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
About Cam Newton
Cam Newton is a professional football player who currently plays the position of quarterback for the New England Patriots in the National Football League (NFL). He is in his 10th season in the NFL, playing his first 9 seasons with the Carolina Panthers before signing with the Patriots.
Cam Newton is famous for his brazen and outgoing personality on and off the field which has at times made him a polarizing figure. He has an extensive repertoire of celebration dance moves, including a superman routine where he pretends to rip off his shirt to reveal a superman logo.
His celebrations are not limited to TD’s or game-winning drives but often occur after successful first down conversions, particularly those that he rushed for. He famously stormed out of the Super Bowl L postgame media session after losing the game to the Broncos, earning him widespread criticism across the NFL. He routinely will wear entertaining outfits that blur the lines between fashionable and outlandish, all with a flair that make him a media sensation.
Newton was the first overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft and would go on to start all 16 games as a rookie, throwing for 4,051 yards and 21 touchdowns, while rushing for an impressive 706 yards and 14 touchdowns. His 14 rushing touchdowns were a single-season record for a quarterback, and his 58 career rushing touchdowns are also a record for a quarterback. He has thrown for more than 29,000 yards in his career along with 182 touchdowns and has rushed for another 4,806 yards.
He also has many other awards and accomplishments including 3 pro bowl selections, 10 player of the week selections, was named the 2011 NFL offensive rookie of the year, was named a 1st-team All-Pro selection in 2015, was named the #1 player in the NFL top-100 series in 2016, and was the MVP of the NFL in 2015.
He led the Panthers to their best season in franchise history in 2015, catapulting them to an impressive 15-1 record and appearance in Super Bowl L against the Denver Broncos. Before his NFL career, Newton played college football for the University of Auburn, winning the Heisman Trophy and leading the Tigers to a national championship in 2011.
Cam Newton has an estimated net worth of $70 million, earned from a variety of outlets including his player contracts in the NFL and numerous endorsement deals. His rookie contract with the Panthers was a 4-year deal worth $22 million, and his 2nd contract with the team signed before the 2015 season was worth $103.8 million over 5 years. He signed another contract with the Patriots for the upcoming 2020 season with a base salary of $1.1 million with performance incentives able to increase the value of the contract to $7.5 million. Newton is expected to outperform his contract and earn himself another large contract.
He also has partnered with companies such as Under Armor, Beats by Dre, and Gatorade to name a few, reportedly earning as much as $11 million a year in endorsements, making him one of the most marketable quarterbacks in NFL history.
Cam Newton has been successful primarily because of his impressive athletic ability at the quarterback position and his confident persona on and off the field. His athletic ability has enabled him to extend plays and function as a quasi running back out of the backfield, constantly putting pressure on defenses to watch him.
He also has a cannon for an arm, easily possessing the strength to make long passes in the pocket or on the run. His legendary celebrations after touchdowns and first downs, along with his enthusiastic cheering on the sidelines have made him a polarizing figure, enhancing his marketability. He maintains a confident demeanor off the field as well, whether in his bombastic answers at media sessions or jaw-dropping outfits he wears before and after games.
Summing-Up
Cam Newton is a professional football player that plays quarterback in the NFL for the New England Patriots. He previously played 9 seasons for the Carolina Panthers, earning many individuals awards and achievements, while also leading the Panthers to a 15-1 record and super bowl appearance during the 2015-2016 season. He has become legendary for his confident persona exemplified in his on-field celebrations and unique outfits and has become one of the most marketable quarterbacks in NFL history.
