Cam Newton rattles off nicknames for teammates like he’s calling plays in the huddle.
Buzzo. Bo Diddley. Bent Dog. Crazy Legs. 30 for 30. Kicker Guy. Punter Guy. Snapper Guy.
Newton’s got one for just about everyone. Some clear, others covert, most comical.
“I’ve been a part of teams where, at times you feel like, even though you’re sharing or you’re locker roommates or you’re locker mates, that’s just your coworker,” Newton said Thursday. “And I’ve also been around teams that have been extremely close and guys have this family oriented bond and those teams usually last, and that’s what we’re trying to get to.