Cam Newton addresses ESPN firing in emotional podcast message
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Cam Newton spoke about his recent termination from ESPN during an episode of his podcast, 4th&1. He expressed that the news affected him more than expected, but remained appreciative of the experiences gained while working for the network. Newton emphasized his willingness to work and learn, viewing his time at ESPN as a valuable lesson for future endeavors. He thanked those who supported him and encouraged continued engagement with his independent podcast platform. His departure follows a significant round of layoffs at ESPN, impacting multiple notable personalities and staff members.
- •Cam Newton addressed his ESPN firing on his podcast, 4th&1.
- •He described feeling impacted by the news but was grateful for the experience.
- •Newton emphasized his desire to work and learn through his role at ESPN.
- •The layoffs affected several prominent personalities and staff at ESPN.
- •Newton's focus now shifts back to his independently produced podcast.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Newton Shares Important Message With Content Creators After ESPN Layoff
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Newton expresses gratitude after layoff: 'You can't make me hate ESPN'
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers legend Cam Newton reacts to be laid off by ESPN
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — "I Wanted to Work": Cam Newton Shares True Feelings on ESPN Firing in Emotional Message
"Former NFL player Cam Newton isn’t harboring any hard feelings toward ESPN after being laid off from the sports media The Cam Newton Shares Important Message With Content Creators After ESPN Layoff first appeared on The Blast
"Cam Newton didn’t wait for rumors to fill the gap. Within hours of ESPN’s latest round of layoffs, the former NFL MVP went straight to his own podcast, which he titled I Will NOT Be Going Back to First Take.
"Cam Newton addressed being laid off by ESPN in an episode of his "4th&1" podcast. He had nothing but good things to say about his former employer.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 8:30 PMCam Newton Shares Important Message With Content Creators After ESPN Layoff
Former NFL player Cam Newton isn’t harboring any hard feelings toward ESPN after being laid off from the sports media The Cam Newton Shares Important Message With Content Creators After ESPN Layoff first appeared on The Blast
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 5:47 PMCam Newton expresses gratitude after layoff: 'You can't make me hate ESPN'
Cam Newton addressed being laid off by ESPN in an episode of his "4th&1" podcast. He had nothing but good things to say about his former employer.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 2:35 PMPanthers legend Cam Newton reacts to be laid off by ESPN
Cam Newton took to his own show to speak on his layoff from ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 3:29 AM"I Wanted to Work": Cam Newton Shares True Feelings on ESPN Firing in Emotional Message
Cam Newton didn’t wait for rumors to fill the gap. Within hours of ESPN’s latest round of layoffs, the former NFL MVP went straight to his own podcast, which he titled I Will NOT Be Going Back to First Take.
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