Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton recently expressed his surprise at Philip Rivers' lucrative one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts. Newton, currently a free agent, described the contract as 'almost like a slap to my face,' implying its potential impact on his own market value. Rivers' $25 million agreement with the Colts has sparked discussions on quarterback salaries and value in the league. Newton's reaction has added fuel to speculations about his future in the NFL and whether teams may undervalue him in the upcoming season.