Commanders activate Johnny Newton from injured reserve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
On November 7, 2026, the Commanders activated defensive tackle Johnny Newton from injured reserve. He had been sidelined since the preseason due to a torn pectoral muscle. Newton returned to practice on October 28, initially participating in limited practices and developed to full participation this week. Prior to his injury, Newton had a strong track record over his first two seasons, recording 82 tackles and seven sacks.
- •Johnny Newton was placed on injured reserve due to a torn pectoral muscle.
- •He practiced fully this week after returning from limited participation.
- •Newton recorded 82 tackles and seven sacks in his first two NFL seasons.
- •He has missed only one game over his first two seasons.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders activate DT Johnny Newton from injured reserve
"The Commanders are activating defensive tackle Johnny Newton from injured reserve, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports.
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