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    Football legacy commits to Illinois

    By Courtney Layne Brewer,

    5 hours ago

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    (WCIA) — A legacy Illini will continue his football career with Illinois.

    Jershaun Newton, the younger brother of Johnny Newton, has committed to Illinois.

    Illini lineman Johnny Newton selected by Commanders

    The three-star multi-position athlete chose Illinois over several Power Four schools including Indiana. A rising senior, he threw for 2,048 yards and 14 touchdowns while rushing for 1,020 yards and five touchdowns last season.

    The Washington Commanders drafted Johnny Newton in the second round of the NFL Draft. He was the fourth Illini to be named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and the 22nd Consensus All-American in Illinois history.

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