Cam Newton Reacts To Ron Rivera Firing With Emotional IG Message

It's been a rough season for the Panthers.

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Once upon a time, Cam Newton was considered to be one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL but injuries have severely hurt his stock in the league. This season has been a lost cause for the Carolina Panthers QB as he is currently awaiting surgery on his foot. After his recovery, he will finally be able to come back to the team although that's only if the Panthers decide to keep him. There have been rumors he might be traded and fans are wary of whether or not he can continue to play at an elite level.

Yesterday, Panthers fans were shocked at the news that head coach Ron Rivera was being fired. For some, this could have huge implications on Newton's career. In light of this, Newton took to his Instagram story where he reacted to the news saying he was "hurt deep."

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"Will be forever grateful because of the impact you had on my life … Thank you for giving me an opportunity," Newton wrote. "Thank you for believing in me. I can go on and on but most importantly; thank you for allowing me to be me." 

With Rivera gone, there is a chance that the Panthers are going for a full-on rebuild, which means Newton's days could be numbered. Regardless of what happens, this Panthers situation will be an interesting one to follow.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.