Ex-NFL quarterback Cam Newton has hit back at analyst Max Kellerman for slamming his former "First Take" co-host Stephen A. Smith four years after leaving ESPN.

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.

Maye has long been a fan of Newton’s.

“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 ...

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.

On Wednesday, the Indianapolis Colts signed quarterback Philip Rivers to their practice squad. With the team facing a handful of injuries at the position heading into Week 15, the now-unretired 44-year-old is back in the league and even has a chance to start on Sunday.

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