Cam Newton Says You Can’t Criticize Mark Andrews and Not Talk About Fox Sports Scandal

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has faced criticism for not speaking to the media following the team’s 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round. During the game, Andrews made two pivotal errors: a fumble and a dropped pass on a two-point conversion attempt that could have tied the game.

NFL protocols require players to be available for post-game interviews; Andrews’ absence may result in a fine.

Analysts, including Emmanuel Acho, have criticized Andrews for avoiding the media, suggesting it reflects poorly on his accountability.

Despite these events, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and quarterback Lamar Jackson have publicly supported Andrews, emphasizing his contributions throughout the season.

Fox Sports is currently facing multiple controversies involving its on-air personalities and executives.

A former hairstylist for Fox Sports, Noushin Faraji, has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and a toxic work environment. The lawsuit names commentator Skip Bayless, executive Charlie Dixon, and host Joy Taylor. Faraji claims that Bayless made repeated unwanted advances, including offering her $1.5 million for sexual favors. She also alleges that Dixon groped her at a party and that Taylor dismissed her reports of groping while mocking her accent. The lawsuit seeks class-action status and unspecified damages.

Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton has publicly criticized Fox Sports for its lack of response to a recent sexual harassment lawsuit involving prominent network figures. The lawsuit, filed by former hairstylist Noushin Faraji, names commentator Skip Bayless, executive Charlie Dixon, and host Joy Taylor, alleging a toxic work environment and inappropriate behavior via Vox.

In a discussion on ESPN’s “First Take,” Newton drew parallels between Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews’ avoidance of media after a game and Fox Sports’ silence on the lawsuit. He stated,

“When there’s a Fox report that comes out and we haven’t heard anybody speak about anything or make any type of public announcement, nobody has held Fox to that same thing. So why are we talking about making a big fuss about Mark Andrews if you’re not going to keep that same energy across the board?”

Additionally, Newton addressed comments made by sports commentator Jason Whitlock regarding Joy Taylor, one of the individuals named in the lawsuit. Newton criticized Whitlock’s remarks as inappropriate and warned him to “stay in your lane.”

These statements highlight Newton’s concern over perceived double standards in media accountability and the importance of addressing serious allegations within the industry.

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