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All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Jer'Zhan Newton.
Jer'Zhan "Johnny" Newton (jer-ZAHN; born August 31, 2002) is an American football defensive tackle for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini , earning consensus All-American honors in 2023.
Aug 31, 2002 · Standing at 6'2" and weighing 295 pounds, he has been a versatile player, lining up in various positions on the line. In the 2023 game against Penn State, Newton showcased his disruptive abilities, recording six tackles, seven pressures, and two batted passes, in addition to blocking a field goal.
Jer'Zhan Newton (4) DT - NIL Opportunities 2023 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Two-Time All-American (2022, 2023) Three-Time.
Nov 29, 2023 · Jer'Zhan Newton NFL Draft 2024: Scouting Report for Illinois DL | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors | Bleacher Report. Home. > NFL. > Illinois Fighting Illini Football. Jer'Zhan...
6 days ago · Commanders rookie DT Jer'Zhan Newton sees a great opportunity to learn from veterans Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne, but the second-round pick's arrival will require patience as he recovers from a ...
Apr 26, 2024 · News. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois All-American defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton was selected by the Washington Commanders in the second round (No. 36 overall) of the 2024 NFL Draft. Newton is the third-highest drafted defensive tackle in Illinois history, behind only No. 18 overall pick Corey Liuget (2011, San Diego) and No. 3 overall pick Joe ...
