Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins wasted no time flaunting their status as the NFL’s highest-paid wide receiver duo. They earn a combined $70 million annually. Chase treated himself to a sleek white Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, while Higgins opted for a McLaren 765LT Spider.
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The two took their new rides for a spin through the streets of Miami, showing off their luxury purchases. It naturally drew plenty of attention and praise from NFL fans. However, Cam Newton was not quite impressed.
Back when he landed his first big contract, Cam, like Chase and Higgins, had splurged on his dream car — a Rolls-Royce Wraith. Over the years, he expanded his collection with several high-performance cars, spending a fortune on them. However, he no longer drives them.
Newton considers himself a businessman first and refuses to put himself in harm’s way for the thrill of speed. And while he acknowledged the Cincinnati Bengals star duo’s success as inspiring, he disapproved of them putting themselves at risk handling high-speed cars, especially since the franchise has made such a massive investment in them.
“That’s cool. Everything is cool until it’s not. It’s inspiring, yes. Driving in a new McLaren, driving in a new Lambo. That’s cool and chill until something happens to you. That’s why I don’t drive no more,” said Newton.
Cam has a net worth of $50 million. As a man of great taste and unique appearance, he has collected cars that speak to him and show the world his personality.
The highlight of the collection is his customized 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Cutlass, featuring opulent details such as 24-karat gold plating, diamond-stitched interiors, and parts emblazoned with his personal “C1N” logo.
Another stunner in his collection is a Rolls-Royce, customized as a one-of-a-kind beauty. The former MVP also has a vintage American muscle car, the good old 1972 Chevelle, also customized to reflect his bold personality.
However, the Carolina Panthers legend has adopted a new approach to life — one where he no longer feels the need to take unnecessary risks like driving a fast car despite owning many. By letting someone else drive, he stays productive and gets more work done.
Cam knows that people depend on him — his business partners, his team, and most importantly, his kids. He has a responsibility to be present, and that means being smart, staying safe, and avoiding reckless decisions.
“I wake up and look at life different. I realize I can get so much work done if I’m not in my car. There are people relying on me to be [the] best version of myself, so I don’t want to jeopardize that. That investment is Cam Newton, but I also, as Cam Newton, have to protect that [at] all cost[s]. Life teaches you that,” Newton added.
He also steers clear of unnecessary conflicts. Newton has realized that a simple apology can go a long way in defusing petty disputes and preventing situations from escalating into something physical.
