Jer'Zhan Newton

Commanders rookie DT Jer'Zhan Newton is not to be listed among the inactives Sunday for the team after a foot injury that held him out of Week 1. He is good to go vs. the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

The second-round Illinois product will make his NFL debut today in Washington. He should play in a rotational role as a backup for defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne.

Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) officially inactive for Week 1.

Fantasy Impact

Newton was seen working out during pregame warmups, but evidently the foot injury is enough to keep him out for the season opener. He will turn his focus to returning in Week 2.

Jer'Zhan Newton was able to practice and participate in team drills on Friday at practice.

Fantasy Impact

Commanders coach Dan Quinn said they'll take Newton's status into Sunday. He will likely be listed as questionable on the injury report.

Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Jer'Zhan Newton unlikely to get team work until later in the week.

Fantasy Impact

Newton and Brandon Coleman are both looking to get back to team work with Coleman being a little further ahead between the two. They'll have a few weeks to get fully healthy.

Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Jer'Zhan Newton is day-to-day.

Fantasy Impact

Newton is continuing to be eased back from his injury after being activated from the PUP list.