re: Cam Newton vs Johnny Football

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What puts Newton over the top, especially over someone like Manziel is his physical dominance. At 6'6 250 with a rocket arm and accuracy, there was just no way to stop him as he was just physically and athletically superior to everybody. Also he's the #1 pick.

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Manziel is a faster/shiftier open field runner and, statistically, a more accurate passer. He also played in a much more sophisticated passing offense that required more reads and more diverse routes. Cam Newton's passing was centered almost entirely around playaction go, post and corner routes. It worked because of Auburn's geat running game, but few players have ever had the luxury of throwing to wide open receivers that often.

Both player's have their merits. No doubt Cam is a more physically imposing player with gifts Manziel doesn't have, but Manziel does things he cant do as well.