Richard Dent: I would knock Cam Newton out of game for TD celebrations

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has done a lot of dabbing in the end zone this season, much to the chagrin of opposing defenses.

Hall of Fame defensive end Richard Dent isn't a fan of Newton's touchdown celebrations either, and shared his thoughts on the matter with Jarrett Bell of USA TODAY Sports.

"It's disrespect," Dent, a key member of the 1985 Chicago Bears, told Bell.

Had the two played against each other, Dent would not have reacted kindly to Newton's antics.

"I'm going to knock your ass out of the game. That would've been my approach," Dent said. "At some point in the game - not with a cheap shot - I'm going to try to get a shot that puts you out for the day. That's the risk when you want to showboat all the time."

Dent appreciates the physical skills Newton brings to the game, but believes he's taken things too far with his celebrations.

"His head is so high," Dent said. "He's going to have a problem after he's finished playing - personality-wise - if he doesn't get to where he wants to be."