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| Yeah, the boy is super talented and SUPER obnoxious. Has nothing to do with his race, it has to do with his behavior. I've never been a big Bronco fan but dang, I hope Denver crushes Carolina. (Sorry Carolina peeps). |
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Location: SE Louisiana | NFL has been 'Super Obnoxious" all the way back to Bart Starr... and there was a man that could stare down a mountain coming at him and throw over it.. or jump out of the way and throw anyway... |
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Location: SE Louisiana | fatchance - 2016-01-28 5:21 PM
Not every team can have a Russell Wilson
Yeah... Even Seagulls score once in a while.... |
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Location: So. California | What did he say that is so different than other top caliber athletes say when going into a big game? I missed the interview... |
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| Go Panthers!! We love Cam here in North Carolina! |
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Location: TEXAS | Anniemae - 2016-01-28 6:11 PM What did he say that is so different than other top caliber athletes say when going into a big game? I missed the interview...
Here's what he said: When Cam Newton told reporters Wednesday, “I’m an African-American quarterback that may scare a lot of people because they haven’t seen nothing they can compare me to,”
I have something I can compare him to but I'm trying to be nice today so i can't say it.
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| Just, to elaborate on WHY he said what he said. He was asked why he receives a lot of criticism. His answer was perfectly valid. He's not wrong. In the history of the NFL, he's only the 6th African American QB's to make it to the Super Bowl. If Carolina wins, he will only be the 3rd African American QB to win the Super Bowl. He's right. There haven't been a lot of black QB's make it to his level of ability, so they criticize him because it's "new". Russell Wilson was criticized because he wasn't more "showy" when the Seahawks were on top of their game a few years ago.
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Location: Do I hear Banjos? | OutlawsLastDance - 2016-01-29 7:40 AM
Just, to elaborate on WHY he said what he said. He was asked why he receives a lot of criticism. His answer was perfectly valid. He's not wrong. In the history of the NFL, he's only the 6th African American QB's to make it to the Super Bowl. If Carolina wins, he will only be the 3rd African American QB to win the Super Bowl. He's right. There haven't been a lot of black QB's make it to his level of ability, so they criticize him because it's "new". Russell Wilson was criticized because he wasn't more "showy" when the Seahawks were on top of their game a few years ago.
Go Panthers! Go Cam!
Why the heck is it OK for he or you or anyone else to ASSUME that it must be racially motivated if we are critical of any African american in any capacity? That's ridiculous...and a cop out. I couldn't care less if he were red, pink, orange, white, brown or purple. He had integrity issues in college and an attitude. He still clearly has an attitude problem. And it's unappealing. I have MUCH more respect for Peyton Manning. Not because he is white...but because he is genuine and humble.
It is embarassing to see the amount of showboating and celebration that goes on from a simple caught pass, tackle, touchdown...whatever. When I was in sports as a kid that was seen as bad sportsmanship. The way so many of them do it now...with their choreographed elaborate celebrations...you would think they just cured cancer. Be humble...and let your talent speak for itself. |
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Location: TEXAS | OutlawsLastDance - 2016-01-29 7:40 AM Just, to elaborate on WHY he said what he said. He was asked why he receives a lot of criticism. His answer was perfectly valid. He's not wrong. In the history of the NFL, he's only the 6th African American QB's to make it to the Super Bowl. If Carolina wins, he will only be the 3rd African American QB to win the Super Bowl. He's right. There haven't been a lot of black QB's make it to his level of ability, so they criticize him because it's "new". Russell Wilson was criticized because he wasn't more "showy" when the Seahawks were on top of their game a few years ago. Go Panthers! Go Cam!
BFD!!! I'm probably going to get slammed for this, but I don't care.
I don't care if he is the 1st african american QB to win the super bowl. Why do African Americans always think they have to be awarded because they are african american? They are HUMANS. Last time I checked, color doesn't make them different, faster, better, smarter, or anything for that matter. He's just another great athlete, just like Payten Manning, or any other football player, baseball player, basketball player, etc. Being African American shouldn't matter. |
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Location: Washington | With the amount of money these guys make they need to remember it is simply their job so do it. I look at this crap as if the person who is overly celebrating is shocked when they do something that is expected.  |
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Location: TEXAS | fatchance - 2016-01-29 8:55 AM With the amount of money these guys make they need to remember it is simply their job so do it. I look at this crap as if the person who is overly celebrating is shocked when they do something that is expected.
Exactly. If a person is that great, they shouldn't have to brag on themself.
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| I think after a barrel run I'm going to teach the horse to moonwalk, skip, and then tuck his head under his leg or whatever that dumb move is. LOL I bet all those other women running their hearts out won't mind at all. After all, I'm only having fun. |
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| RidenFly - 2016-01-29 9:38 AM
I think after a barrel run I'm going to teach the horse to moonwalk, skip, and then tuck his head under his leg or whatever that dumb move is. LOL I bet all those other women running their hearts out won't mind at all. After all, I'm only having fun.
This made me giggle! Because if I ever make it to the 1D again.. I am going to feel like doing all of this!! |
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| I think its cool that the "Blind Side" kid plays for NC too.......so I think I am a NC fan. I watched a video clip of Cam giving his cleats away to a kid in a wheelchair too. His statement doesn't bother me at all. I have heard much worse come out of athletes mouths. |
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| fatchance - 2016-01-28 3:21 PM Not every team can have a Russell Wilson
We sure don't see Russell looking for attention when he makes big plays. Even Cam's "look at me give a ball to a kid" is still all about him. In my life I have never rooted for the Denver Broncos (especially since the Seahawks used to be in their division in the AFC West) but I will be rooting for Denver to crush the Panthers. |
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Location: Displaced Iowegian | KKCOWGIRL - 2016-01-29 9:01 AM fatchance - 2016-01-29 8:55 AM With the amount of money these guys make they need to remember it is simply their job so do it. I look at this crap as if the person who is overly celebrating is shocked when they do something that is expected. Exactly. If a person is that great, they shouldn't have to brag on themself.
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Location: So. California | KKCOWGIRL - 2016-01-29 4:58 AM Anniemae - 2016-01-28 6:11 PM What did he say that is so different than other top caliber athletes say when going into a big game? I missed the interview... Here's what he said: When Cam Newton told reporters Wednesday, “I’m an African-American quarterback that may scare a lot of people because they haven’t seen nothing they can compare me to,”
I have something I can compare him to but I'm trying to be nice today so i can't say it.
GO BRONCOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What is so wrong about that? LMAO...
Seriously, the guy is 6'5, 250lbs and a tremendous athlete. He was is an elite QB in college and is an elite QB in the Pro's. He believes he's all that and a bag of chips, and boasts about it. Big deal... It's football what do you expect him to say?
I don't care who wins - I'm just looking forward to a great game!
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