Former Dallas Cowboys star Nate Newton has publicly thanked President Donald Trump for his presidential pardon, closing a decades-long chapter tied to his post-career struggles. In a heartfelt statement on X, Newton expressed gratitude to Trump and his team, calling the pardon a significant milestone.

The formal tone underscored the gravity of the moment, reflecting Newton’s acknowledgment of his past mistakes and the government’s decision to grant clemency. For the three-time Super Bowl champion, the pardon marks a turning point in reframing his legacy beyond the shadow of his 2001 federal drug trafficking conviction.