Commanders Sign Settle, Challenge Newton

0:00On March 10th, the Washington commanders waited out their early free agency buzz before landing some major defensive talent. They signed Cornerback Amick Robertson on a modest deal, then grabbed Ed Rusher Odafe OA to a $400 million contract with $68 million guaranteed. Topping it off, they brought back defensive lineman Tim Settle on a $3.24 million pact that could hit $25.5 million with incentives. Settle, who the team originally drafted in 2018, returns as an interior force ready to anchor the line. This move adds depth and experience to a unit that's been rebuilding under new leadership. Fans and analysts see this as a direct challenge to second-year player Johnny Newton, picked 36th overall last year. Despite high expectations as a potential first-rounder, Newton has struggled for consistent snaps, dipping to 38% last season with. Nearly quiet stats outside one big game. In the projected 3-4 defense, Settle likely takes the nose tackle spot, with Doron pain

1:02and Javon Kinlaw at the ends to clog space for Rushers. Like OA, that squeezes Newton's role, possibly limiting him to pass rush specialist duties or the bench, unless injuries open doors. Newton's just 23 with room to grow, and with pain and Kinlaw's contracts winding down after 2026, he could still earn a bigger spot down the line if he steps up.