Report: Commanders to activate DT Jer'Zhan 'Johnny' Newton from IR

Nov 07 (Field Level Media) - The Washington Commanders will activate defensive tackle Jer'Zhan "Johnny" Newton from injured reserve this weekend, NFL Network reported on Saturday.

Newton has worked his way back from a torn pectoral muscle he suffered in the preseason. He is questionable to play ⁠in Sunday's game against the visiting Los Angeles Rams.

He returned to practice on Oct. 28 to open his 21-day window.

Newton will be needed with the Commanders ravaged by injury at the position. Daron Payne is out for the season ⁠with a foot injury, while Javon Kinlaw underwent surgery for a knee injury and is expected to miss the remainder ⁠of the campaign.

Newton, 24, has totaled 82 tackles, seven sacks, two forced fumbles and ⁠two passes defensed in 33 career games (13 starts) with Washington. He was ⁠selected by the Commanders in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Illinois.