tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post6537354106526396389..comments2023-10-31T05:16:01.553-04:00Comments on The 3-4: Day 1 Winners and LosersAlex Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09202627755308196103noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post-81980339761890452892011-04-30T21:49:26.929-04:002011-04-30T21:49:26.929-04:00Everything that is being said about Cam Newton now...Everything that is being said about Cam Newton now was being said about Vince Young 5 years ago. He is a 'winner' 'great athlete' 'willing to learn'. I think they are very similar quarterbacks and I would argue that Young was a better passer and less of a liability off the field.<br /><br />I would disagree with Jimmy, I think the majority of fans did not think Cam Newton was worth a top 15 selection let alone the the number one pick. The Panthers drafted him because they wanted to make a splash and sell tickets, and that is exactly what he will do. It took Michael Vick 10+ years to become a true NFL passer, and he still hasn't wone anything. Best case scenario is Newton becomes Vick.Keith McGoniglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01769890063081174705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post-76296571057321271632011-04-30T00:00:16.095-04:002011-04-30T00:00:16.095-04:00The it factor was taking a 5 win Auburn team undef...The it factor was taking a 5 win Auburn team undefeated and winning the BCS title game. The "it" factor was beating one of the most pro-styled NFL defenses at Alabama versus Nick Saban, and overcoming a 21 point halftime deficit. The it factor is the fact that he's the most unique, talented, gifted player to play the position. <br /><br />If you watched him throughout the draft process, aside from the stupid commentary, he has shown a willingness and an ability to receive coaching and improve technique. His footwork has vastly improved, and he looks great coming from under center. <br /><br />Just because the offense at Auburn was, "simple" and "fast" does NOT imply that it was an "offense for dummies". He's not an idiot or else he would not have learned from his mistakes in the past. If he was an idiot he would still be in junior college. However he learned from his past, dedicated himself to winning, and that is just what he has done over the past 2 years. <br /><br />Its a far cry from a "cant miss prospect", but its also a far cry from the next Ryan Leaf or Jamarcus Russell type bust.Alex Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12321679638813839322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post-33520497766920182342011-04-29T18:34:45.999-04:002011-04-29T18:34:45.999-04:00The falcons didn't give up two first round pic...The falcons didn't give up two first round pics, they really just gave up one...two late first round pics at that (unless they totally bust next year).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post-28913298465173221812011-04-29T17:45:56.646-04:002011-04-29T17:45:56.646-04:00JaMarcus Russell Comparison was meant to mean &quo...JaMarcus Russell Comparison was meant to mean "#1 overall pick, Qb, epic bust", not necessarily the players attributes. Could insert Ryan Leaf instead of JaMarcus for that matter.<br /><br />As for Cam's chances in the NFL, he is not a smart guy, i.e. stealing a laptop, soliciting his services (there's no way he didn't know, I'll give it less than 3 years before his heisman and championship are gone). The Qb position will forever be dominated by those who constantly study game feel AND can analyze it. Peyton, Aaron, and Mr. Bundchen all can do that. Cam could spend days straight in the film room and still will come away with very little. Defenses like that of Dom Capers or Dick LeBeau will murder Newton. The "it" factor Cam possesses is nothing more than a media invention...just watch when he has to deal with the lack of talent he will be surrounded with in Carolina, he will crumble.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-939213994974468549.post-44439335367860592582011-04-29T17:32:00.203-04:002011-04-29T17:32:00.203-04:00The Jamarcus Russell comparison is beyond ludicrou...The Jamarcus Russell comparison is beyond ludicrous, aside from the fact that both are big, black, and have cannons as arms. Newton dominated the entire season as opposed to one game, Newton has shown a will to win, to work his butt off, and thrive in pressure packed situations. Newton has handled the off-field issues in stride and performed on the field regardless. Russell lacks Cam's mental fortitude and the "it" factor of winning that Cam Newton has.Alex Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12321679638813839322noreply@blogger.com