QB Cam Newton enters NFL Draft – Looks to Dispel Heisman Jinx  

The Heisman trophy winner and BCS title winner decided he’s done all he can do at the collegiate level and will be taking his game to the next level.  Newton has the potential to be a top 10 pick depending on his performance in the combine. Here is a compilation of his highlights from 2010.

The ultimate weapon in this year’s draft became only the 3rd player in NCAA history to toss for 20 TDs and rush for 20 TDs in a single season. His ability to read defenses needs some work but there is no questioning he has the arm strength / running ability / and ideal size to succeed on Sundays. Here is one play that shows Newton’s canon of an arm.

This article discusses the pros and cons of drafting the 6’6 250 pounder from Auburn. Over the past 25 years,  the number of Heisman QBs that have flopped far outweighs those that have enjoyed success (Sam Bradford, Carson Palmer, Testeverde) –  Cam has the cards stacked against him but few possessed the athletic talent of the 2010 Heisman award winner.

The Chart Below lists QBs that Won the Heisman in past 25 years.

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