Filed under: Illinois Fighting Illini Football Illinois News and Links Illinois’ Johnny Newton picked by Commanders in second round of NFL Draft The former star defensive lineman is the first Illini taken this year. By Will.Charlton Apr 26, 2024, 6:37pm CDT / new Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share this on Reddit Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Illinois’ Johnny Newton picked by Commanders in second round of NFL Draft Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email Hereeee’s Johnny. Former Illini standout Johnny Newton has been selected by the Commanders in the second round...