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Stephen A. Smith Slams Drake Maye's Cam Newton Comments

11/22/2025

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Stephen A. Smith (ESPN) criticized NFL quarterback Drake Maye, calling him a liar after Maye dismissed Cam Newton's comments as 'fool's gold'.
Maye claimed ignorance of Cam Newton's television career, prompting Smith to defend Newton and cite the success of First Take.
Newton said Maye has a strong season but must prove himself against established quarterbacks such as Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes, while Maye shifts focus to team opinions.

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Stephen A. Smith (ESPN) criticized NFL quarterback Drake Maye, calling him a liar after Maye dismissed Cam Newton's comments as 'fool's gold'.
Maye claimed ignorance of Cam Newton's television career, prompting Smith to defend Newton and cite the success of First Take.
Newton said Maye has a strong season but must prove himself against established quarterbacks such as Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes, while Maye shifts focus to team opinions.