Free-agent quarterback Cam Newton attempted to provide clarification Friday regarding comments he made about women that were widely viewed as sexist.
Newton said his words were "taken completely out of context."
"Growing up how I grew up, raising my children—my daughters—the way I raise them is completely different than how I was depicted," he said. "... I know my heart. I know my intentions. I never once had this sexist mentality. I never had this dictatorship mentality towards women."
In an appearance on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast (via ESPN's David Newton), the three-time Pro Bowler offered what many viewed as an outdated view on gender roles.