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Auburn to Retire Cam Newton’s No. 2 Jersey During Georgia Game

Scheduled for halftime on Oct. 11 against Georgia, the ceremony will honor Newton as only the fourth player in Auburn history to have his number retired.

Overview

  • Auburn announced on Aug. 18 that Cam Newton’s No. 2 jersey will be retired at halftime of the Oct. 11 home game against Georgia at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
  • He joins Pat Sullivan, Bo Jackson and Terry Beasley among Auburn players whose jerseys have been officially retired by the program.
  • The tribute recognizes Newton’s 2010 season when he led Auburn to a perfect 14-0 record, SEC and BCS national championships and swept major awards including the Heisman Trophy.
  • Athletic director John Cohen delivered the news in a video posted by Auburn Athletics and praised Newton’s lasting impact on the university and its football program.
  • Newton’s college success propelled a decorated NFL career as the 2011 No. 1 draft pick, earning Offensive Rookie of the Year and 2015 MVP honors and setting multiple Carolina Panthers records.