Commanders defensive tackle Johnny Newton sees specialist for injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:36 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Johnny Newton, a defensive tackle for the Commanders, is seeing a specialist for a pectoral injury. Head coach Dan Quinn informed reporters that the injury could be a long-term concern, and Newton is currently in New York for evaluation. The 2024 second-round pick has been impactful on the field, recording 82 tackles and seven sacks in his first two seasons, missing only one game previously. The team now faces uncertainty regarding his availability moving forward as they await further assessment.
- •Johnny Newton is dealing with a pectoral injury.
- •He is seeing a specialist in New York.
- •Dan Quinn expressed concern about a long-term issue.
- •Newton had 82 tackles and seven sacks last season.
- •He missed only one game in his first two seasons.
- 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders DT Johnny Newton seeing specialist for pec injury
"The Commanders could be without defensive tackle Johnny Newton for a while.
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