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Newton Shows Serious Side at Media Night

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Cam Newton became known for his on field celebrations during the Carolina Panthers march to Super Bowl 50, but the quarterback says preparation is what brings him real joy.

"It's all in preparation, folks," Newton told a packed crowd of reporters at the SAP Center on media night ahead of Sunday's NFL title game against the Denver Broncos.

"My father taught me the proper p's of success - proper preparation prevents poor performances," the 26-year-old Newton rattled off by rote. "Those are the words that I live by, especially in big moments."

Newton said there was nothing like seeing preparation pay off.