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Auburn to Retire Cam Newton’s No. 2 Jersey on Oct. 11 Versus Georgia

The honor places the 2010 Heisman winner alongside Pat Sullivan, Bo Jackson, Terry Beasley as one of Auburn’s four retired numbers.

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 24: Cam Newton hosts the 4th&1 Draft Party at Smokey Stallion BBQ on April 24, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Overview

  • Auburn released a video of athletic director John Cohen and deputy AD Tim Jackson informing Newton of the decision inside the football facility.
  • The ceremony is scheduled for the Oct. 11 home game against Georgia at Jordan-Hare Stadium, with multiple outlets reporting it will occur at halftime.
  • Newton’s 2010 season featured a 14-0 record, SEC and BCS titles, the Heisman Trophy, and major awards after totaling 2,854 passing yards, 1,473 rushing yards and 50 touchdowns.
  • No one has worn No. 2 at Auburn since the 2010 season, when Newton shared the number with cornerback Aairon Savage.
  • School leaders, including AD John Cohen and coach Hugh Freeze, praised the move, while coverage also notes Newton’s NFL accolades as the 2011 No. 1 pick, 2011 Offensive Rookie of the Year and 2015 MVP.