Cam Newton entered the scene at Auburn university as one of the most explosive and elusive quarterbacks in college football. Newton upheld his reputation in Carolina as a Panther, winning the 2015 NFL MVP and leading the Panthers to a Super Bowl appearance. Newton, or “Superman” is notorious for his extravagant touchdown celebrations and pre/postgame attire. After a couple of down years, the Panthers decided to move on from Newton and his pregame drip. The Patriots emerged as a perfect suitor for the former MVP, which means the NFL is once again blessed with Cam Newtons attire. Take a look at Cam’s week one fit.
Newton’s yellow suit was not drastically different than his typical gameday attire, yet it was particularly symbolic. Newton addressed the media, explaining “We came up with yellow because we felt as if it’s in some ways ‘Resurrection Sunday.’ … Another kind of notion to the outfit, we wanted it to kind of be like caution tape – yellow and black. Get people prepared and aware ‘Boogie’ is back.” (PatriotsWire) The motivation behind Cam’s now famous yellow suit fits his philosophy of “Look good, play good”, which he swears by. The stylistic choices of one of the most fashionable NFL athletes of all time extends far beyond his yellow suit, however. Let’s take a look at Newtons most prolific fits throughout his career
First off, hats. While some players prefer a more low profile approach to fashion, Newton opts to go big. Perhaps the most recognizable trademark of his style choices are the caps that Cam Newton chooses to wear. After the death of legendary sports commentator and fashion icon Craig Sager, Newton paid tribute to the legend by sporting a very large pink hat. This is just one example of the quarterbacks choices to implement statements and tributes into his fashion choices.
Sometimes, Newton favors pure style over statements. Perhaps the most glaring example of Cam’s simple love for fashion were his pregame cleats for his Thursday Night Football game versus the Saints in 2016. The inspiration behind these cleats? They matched his pregame pants.
No matter where Cam Newton’s Patriots career leads him, the Quarterback will always maintain his legacy as a high energy athlete who made statements both on and off of the field. Each week presents an opportunity for Cam to showcase his skills and his fashion
I absolutely loved seeing the different outfits Newton has worn throughout his career. I wasn’t aware about his fashion choices until I read your blog! I sincerely appreciate his efforts, especially in the world of pro football where, I’m sure, his teammates give him hell for his clothing choices. But I definitely agree with you: his yellow suit was killer.
I had no idea Cam Newton wore outfits like this even though I’m from NC! I love how extravagant they are and how he brings a different aspect to being a professional athlete. The yellow suit has so much inspiration behind it and I think it’s really cool that he and his stylist team came up with that idea.