Here’s Johnny: Newton Finally Conducting Pro Day Workout in Champaign This Morning

Former Illinois defensive lineman Jer'Zhan ‘Johnny’ Newton will have his closed pro day workout inside the Irwin Indoor Facility on the University of Illinois campus. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

April 16, 2024

CHAMPAIGN — Jer'Zhan Newton has finally given himself the opportunity to solidify his status as a first-round selection in the 2024 National Football League draft . . .

 

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