The Washington Commanders have veteran leadership on the defensive line.
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Johnny Newton is fresh in the NFL after becoming the team's second round pick back in April's draft.
It can be hard to go from college to the pros, but life can be easier with a veteran or two on your side, and that's exactly what Newton has in Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne. “They’re just great people, great teammates," Newton said of Allen and Payne. "I've been watching them for years now. Back when they were in college at Alabama I used to watch them, but actually getting to know them, great people outside of the football field. They’re honestly like big brothers. Whenever I mess up with something, they'll tell me. Just the smallest things on the field, they always help me out, always encouraging me.
If Newton can stay healthy and learn alongside Allen and Payne, he could take over for them as the next long-term defensive tackle in the nation's capital.JEREMY BRENER Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several Fan Nation websites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener has been with Fan Nation since 2021. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid. He moved to Orlando in 2016 to go to college and pursue a degree. He hosts "The Dream Take" podcast covering the Rockets, which has produced over 350 episodes since March 2020.
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