JER'ZHAN NEWTON NEWS

Has key role in rookie campaign Newton finished the 2024 regular season with 44 tackles (19 solo), including 2.0 sacks, along with a defensed pass, a forced fumble and a recovered fumble over 16 games.

Impact After being taken in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Newton missed Washington's regular-season opener due to a foot injury. He was ready to play the following week, however, and gradually worked his way up to a significant role -- Newton started each of the Commanders' regular-season contests from Week 7 onward, though he came off the bench and logged lesser defensive snap counts during the playoffs. Newton appears to be a key part of the team's plans moving forward and will look to further develop in 2025 during his second NFL campaign.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Shows out in Week 16 Newton recorded six total tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks and an additional two tackles for loss, in Sunday's 36-33 win over the Eagles.

Impact Newton, a 2024 second-round pick from Illinois, appears to be finding his groove in the NFL, as he tallied career highs in total tackles (six) and tackles for loss (three) in Sunday's win. The rookie defensive lineman has been inconsistent throughout the year, recording 38 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one forced fumble across 14 appearances. Newton appears to be improving as the season progresses, and his next opportunity to take the field will come in Week 17, when the Commanders face the Falcons.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows out in Week 16 Newton recorded six total tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks and an additional two tackles for loss, in Sunday's 36-33 win over the Eagles.

Impact Newton, a 2024 second-round pick from Illinois, appears to be finding his groove in the NFL, as he tallied career highs in total tackles (six) and tackles for loss (three) in Sunday's win. The rookie defensive lineman has been inconsistent throughout the year, recording 38 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one forced fumble across 14 appearances. Newton appears to be improving as the season progresses, and his next opportunity to take the field will come in Week 17 when the Commanders face the Falcons.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Monday Newton (foot) was limited in Saturday's practice but does not carry an injury designation into Monday's game against Cincinnati.

Impact Newton made his NFL debut in Week 2 against the Giants, during which he played 12 snaps on defensive and did not record a tackle. He opened the week as a DNP on Thursday due to a lingering foot injury, and despite being limited Friday and Saturday, he is good to go for Monday's contest. Newton will provide depth at defensive tackle behind starters Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to make NFL debut Newton (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Newton fell in the 2024 NFL Draft due to injury concerns and missed Washington's season-opening loss to Tampa Bay due to a foot injury. However, the Illinois product logged a pair of limited sessions to cap Week 2 prep and is slated to make his NFL debut. Despite being active, the rookie's role is expected to be limited. With Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen leading the way, Newton will compete with Phidarian Mathis and Carlos Watkins for backup DT snaps.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could make NFL debut Sunday Newton (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Newton upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to consecutive limited practice sessions Thursday and Friday, which could be a positive sign for his availability Sunday. If the 2023 second-round pick remains sidelined with his foot injury in Week 2, expect Phidarian Mathis to see more snaps as one of Washington's rotational defensive linemen.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Manages to practice Thursday Newton (foot) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Newton opened the week as a DNP on Wednesday, but the rookie second-rounder was at least able to see the field Thursday. He underwent surgery in January to repair a partial Jones fracture in his foot, which kept him out of OTAs, minicamp and most of training camp. Friday's injury report will provide more clarity on whether Newton will make his NFL debut against the Giants on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday's practice Newton (foot) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact The 2024 second-round pick was thought to possibly make his NFL debut Sunday after missing Washington's Week 1 loss due to a foot issue, but missing Wednesday's practice seems to be a step in the wrong direction. If Newton is unable to practice throughout the week, expect Phidarian Mathis to see more work as the Commanders' top rotational interior defensive lineman.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In contention to make debut Week 2 Coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that the Commanders "may" have Newton (foot) available for Sunday's contest against the Giants, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Newton missed Week 1 due to a foot injury, but it sounds like the rookie second-round pick's regular-season debut could come during Sunday's divisional matchup. Quinn said Newton is "trending in the right way," and that Washington will have more information on his status Friday.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Newton (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Impact The 2024 second-round pick was listed as doubtful Friday after missing practice Thursday. Newton fell in the draft due to injury concerns. Phidarian Mathis should replace him as the Commanders' top rotational defensive tackle.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely missing Week 1 Newton (foot) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Newton fell in the 2024 NFL Draft due to injury concerns, and it now appears he's expected to miss the Commanders' regular-season opener due to a foot injury. If the 22-year-old rookie does miss Sunday's affair, expect Phidarian Mathis to work as Washington's top rotational interior defensive lineman.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Thursday Newton (foot) was listed as a DNP for Thursday's practice session.

Impact Newton opened the week with a limited tag Wednesday as he continues to recover from offseason surgery on his left foot. His inability to practice Thursday could just be precautionary, but it doesn't bode well for his chance at suiting up for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Buccaneers. Newton has one more opportunity Friday to practice in some capacity ahead of Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Status still up in the air Newton (foot) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday.

Impact Newton's participation level was expected, with head coach Dan Quinn previously stating the team likely wouldn't know the Illinois product's Week 1 status until Friday. If he ultimately isn't able to play Sunday against Tampa Bay, the Commanders could be lacking depth in the middle of their defensive line, especially with Daron Payne also working his way through a back injury.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for Week 1 Coach Dan Quinn said Newton (undisclosed) will participate in Wednesday's practice, have his reps capped Thursday, and then practice again Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Quinn said the Commanders will have a better idea of Newton's status for Week 1 after Friday's practice. The rookie second-round pick spent most of training camp recovering from a foot injury, but he's recently been working his way back from a different, undisclosed issue. If he's able to play Sunday on the road at Tampa Bay, Newton is expected to begin as a backup to Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to increase activity Head coach Dan Quinn said Thursday that Newton (undisclosed) will see more practice reps next week, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Newton had been working through a foot injury through most of training camp, but an unrelated, undisclosed injury has popped up. Quinn noted that next week will provide a better indication as to whether the rookie second-round pick will be able to suit up for Week 1 against Tampa Bay. Newton is expected to serve in a backup role at defensive tackle behind Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still working through injury Newton is dealing with a soft-tissue injury this week, unrelated to his previous foot injury, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Impact Netwon underwent multiple foot surgeries earlier this year and started camp on the NFI list. However, it turns out the reason he's been sidelined lately is unrelated and head coach Dan Quinn expects to ramp up the rookie's workload later in the week.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to team reps Coach Dan Quinn said Monday that Newton (foot) is "improving" and that the team will decide evaluate him for participation in team drills later this week, Zach Selby of the Command...

Impact Quinn said that Brandon Coleman (pectoral) is a "little further along" than Newton, and that both players will participate in individual drills to begin this week. Newton's final chance to suit up for preseason action will come Sunday versus the Patriots, but it looks like the rookie second-round pick's recovery from offseason foot surgery could keep him sidelined for Washington's final exhibition contest.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off NFI list The Commanders activated Newton (foot) from their active/non-football injury list Wednesday, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Newton has spent the offseason recovering from a partial Jones fracture that he suffered last year at Illinois, but it now seems that he's moved past the issue. The 6-foot-2, 304-pound defensive tackle posted 22.5 tackles for loss during his final two collegiate seasons, and he's expected to contribute as a rotational defensive lineman throughout his rookie campaign.

JULY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing well Adam Peters, the Commanders' GM, indicated Tuesday that the team is pleased with Newton's (foot) progress, and he is expected to return 'sooner rather than later,' Ben Standig of T...

Impact Newton underwent a procedure on his right foot in January, and then another one on his left in mid-May. A second-round selection by Washington, the rookie is expected to play a role in the team's interior trenches when healthy. While there appears to be optimism regarding his recovery, it remains to be seen when he will be back on the field.

JULY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting camp on NFI list The Commanders placed Newton (foot) on the active/non-football injury list Friday.

Impact Newton continues to recover from a pair of foot surgeries, having undergone a procedure on his right foot in January, then on his left foot in mid-May. The rookie second-round pick will be eligible to come off the NFI list at any point in training camp or the preseason, once ready to practice, but Washington hasn't yet offered an expected timetable for his return. Coach Dan Quinn did say early June that Newton is "hitting all of his markers" in his recovery, at least.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE