{"id":299697,"date":"2025-08-19T04:22:31","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T04:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/299697\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T04:22:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T04:22:31","slug":"derrick-brown-reacts-to-cam-newtons-number-retirement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/299697\/","title":{"rendered":"Derrick Brown reacts to Cam Newton\u2019s number retirement"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ex-Auburn standout defensive tackle Derrick Brown<\/a> reacted to the news of Cam Newton\u2019s jersey retirement<\/a> at Auburn, calling the 2010 season \u201clegendary\u201d and expressing pride in sharing those special moments.<\/p>\n

\u201cEveryone says it\u2019s just one season, but it was a legendary one, I know the school cherished the moments he made and I\u2019m ready to celebrate that with him,\u201d Brown said in a press interview.<\/p>\n

Former Auburn star Derrick Brown says he\u2019s glad his school is retiring Cam Newton\u2019s number 2. pic.twitter.com\/3JzI3LWany<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Scott Fowler (@scott_fowler) August 18, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

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Auburn officially announced the retirement of Newton\u2019s number earlier on March 18, making him the fourth player in program history to receive the honor, joining Bo Jackson, Pat Sullivan, and Terry Beasley. The ceremony is scheduled for October 11 during Auburn\u2019s game against Georgia at Jordan-Hare Stadium.<\/p>\n

The Legacy of No. 2 \ud83e\udd85<\/p>\n

Cemented in Auburn history forever.@CameronNewton<\/a> | #WarEagle<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/zNylNfy7yF<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Auburn Football<\/a> (@AuburnFootball) August 18, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

The recognition cements Newton\u2019s legendary 2010 season, when he led the Tigers to a national championship, won the Heisman Trophy, and swept nearly every major award in college football\u2014including the Maxwell, Walter Camp, Manning, Davey O’Brien, and AP Player of the Year honors. That year, he passed for 2,854 yards and 30 touchdowns<\/a> while rushing for 1,473 yards and 20 more scores, producing one of the most dominant campaigns in college football history. Newton\u2019s combination of arm strength, mobility, and leadership made him a force both in the pocket and on the ground, redefining the quarterback position in college football.<\/p>\n

Brown\u2019s message underscores the lasting legacy Newton created on the Plains. While Brown and Newton never played together during Newton\u2019s 2010 championship season, as it came years before Brown\u2019s arrival, his praise reflects the enduring respect among Auburn greats. Brown\u2019s anticipation to \u201ccelebrate that with him\u201d captures the emotional significance of the milestone, highlighting the strong bond among former Tigers who recognize the impact of legendary players.<\/p>\n

This jersey retirement is more than a ceremony; it\u2019s a tribute to a season that transformed Auburn football, inspired a generation of players, and solidified Newton\u2019s place as one of the greatest athletes in college football history.<\/p>\n