New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton isn’t letting the naysayers affect him ahead of his second season in Foxboro.

Bill Belichick turned the heat up on the former MVP by drafting Alabama quarterback Mac Jones with the 15th pick in this year’s draft. Despite all signs pointing to Jones being the future of the franchise, Newton isn’t letting it determine his success this season.

Speaking to ESPN’s Keyshawn, JWill, and Zubin earlier today, Cam revealed how he’s feeling ahead of the Pats’ 2021 campaign.

“I know who I am,” Newton said.

“At times, I do remind myself people forget who you are, and what you’ve done. So now I’m in a position where I need to be my best self. It’s really put-up or shut-up time.”

Belichick and Newton have often spoke of their admiration for one another and New England insiders have said their relationship is solid. However, Cam knows he needs to be much more to remain in the GOAT’s good books.

“[My] time there has been everything I could have asked for,” he said. “I guess it’s now time for me to uphold my end of the bargain, through and through.”

Cam recently published a video on his YouTube channel stating this was the first time he had been fully healthy in over four years.

Newton will be hoping to improve upon the 2,657 passing yards, eight touchdowns and 10 interceptions from last season. If he can — in addition — repeat his 12 rushing TDs, New England should be a threat to all in the AFC.