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Cam Newton Calls Patriots' Success 'Fool's Gold'

11/22/2025

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Cam Newton criticized the New England Patriots, calling their success "fool's gold" due to a perceived easy schedule.
After the Patriots improved to 9-2 with an eight-game winning streak, Newton said on ESPN that they would lose in the playoffs.
Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas responded with disbelief, saying no NFL game is easy and stressing practice, defending the team's performance as many games are closely contested regardless of records.

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Cam Newton criticized the New England Patriots, calling their success "fool's gold" due to a perceived easy schedule.
After the Patriots improved to 9-2 with an eight-game winning streak, Newton said on ESPN that they would lose in the playoffs.
Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas responded with disbelief, saying no NFL game is easy and stressing practice, defending the team's performance as many games are closely contested regardless of records.