If Cam Newton...

I'd like to start this new season by talking about one of Auburn's top ranked recruits. For those of you who are behind here is a quick refresher of Auburn's new starting quarterback, Cam Newton.

Cameron Jerrell Newton attended the University of Florida after high school. He began his college football career as back-up quarterback to Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow. After his second year as a Gator he was arrested for purchasing a stolen laptop and attempting to hide evidence from arresting officers. Newton finished his 2008-year at UF before his transfer to Blinn College in Texas leading his team to win the 2009 National JuCo Championship. On the eve of 2010 Cam Newton weighed his options and committed to Auburn University. With Newton's born again college career kicking off this Saturday against Arkansas State, lets review the new Tiger with a fun game of "If Cam Newton, then".

If Cam Newton can take the reigns and run the offense, then Auburn may be that top team some have hyped them up to be. Newton has not only shown coaches and fellow teammates he can perform, but he's also proven he knows how to be a leader on and off the field. Newton has stated he wants to put Auburn at the top of the SEC and with that said has proven himself to be a true Tiger.

If Cam Newton can translate his leadership abilities to on-field success, then Auburn will vastly improve their win total from last year. Auburn recently has been picked to win the West by ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreet. Newton's 6'6" 250 lb build, 4.53 40, and not to mention his cannon of an arm makes him a dangerous weapon to run the option, with all of the above and his positive attitude for what he has in store for the 2010 Auburn season there will be no stopping this Tiger offense.

If Cam Newton can accurately throw the ball deep and keep defenses from stacking the box, then this will give Malzahn's offense the opportunity to put up big numbers, giving relief to AU's defense to have more room for error.

All in all, if Cam Newton is able to keep his on and off the field decision making in check, then Auburn will be able to live up to the hype and will pose as a fair contender for the reigning National Champs at this year's Iron Bowl.