Jackson State quarterback Jared Lockhart credits Cam Newton as mentor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Jackson State quarterback Jared Lockhart revealed that former NFL MVP Cam Newton mentored him during his youth football career, providing guidance that still influences his play. Lockhart, who had a strong freshman season with the Tigers, credited Newton for teaching him both on and off the field. Lockhart's journey included overcoming a significant knee injury, which derailed an initial commitment to Syracuse. Now, he enters his sophomore season focused on returning Jackson State to the SWAC Championship Game.
- •Jared Lockhart spent time on Cam Newton's youth football team.
- •Lockhart completed 76 of 113 passes for 1,187 yards in his freshman season.
- •He was named SWAC co-Freshman of the Year.
- •Lockhart aims to help Jackson State win another SWAC Championship.
- •A knee injury affected his recruitment and commitment to Syracuse.
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Jackson State quarterback reveals Cam Newton mentored him from childhood
"Cam Newton mentored Jared Lockhart through his youth football program, providing lessons that continue shaping the Jackson State quarterback’s game.
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