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ESPN has agreed to a contract with former NFL MVP Cam Newton. Newton will primarily be a commentator on First Take which features Stephen A. Smith and host Molly Qerim. Newton will make his debut Friday, Oct. 11 during a live show at Tennessee State University for First Take’s HBCU roadshow.
Newton joins other personalities such as Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe and SiriusXM’s Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo who contribute to the show.
“Cam Newton’s addition to First Take brings an electrifying presence, enhancing our roster of top-tier personalities,” said David Roberts, Executive Vice President, Executive Editor, Sports News and Entertainment at ESPN in a release. “His dynamic charisma, combined with the high-profile debates alongside Stephen A. Smith, will create compelling, must-watch television for fans.”
Newton said, “I’ve always brought passion and energy into everything I do, and that won’t change at ESPN. 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.”
Newton hosts a podcast, Funky Friday with Cam Newton which features celebrity guests and pop culture topics.
