CHARLOTTE — Before Cam Newton was the No. 1 overall pick of the Panthers in 2011, he wore No. 2 for Auburn.

And now, no one else will put that one on for the Tigers.

Auburn announced this week that they were retiring the Heisman-winning and national-championship leading quarterback's number in October.

Newton joins Pat Sullivan (No. 7), Bo Jackson (No. 34), and Terry Beasley (No. 88) with retired jerseys there.

"Auburn will always be home to me," Newton said in a statement. "The national championship we won in 2010 was a special moment, and to have my jersey retired alongside legends like Pat Sullivan, Bo Jackson, and Terry Beasley is an incredible honor that I'll cherish forever. War Eagle!"

Newton led the 2010 team to a 14-0 record and a championship, almost by force of will. He thr

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