1. Derek Newton was born on November 16,1987 and is an American former professional football offensive tackle.
13 Facts About Derek Newton
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Derek Newton was selected by the Houston Texans in the seventh round of the 2011 NFL draft and played for the team until knee injuries halted his career in 2016.
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Derek Newton played college football at Arkansas State, and Hinds Community College before that.
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However, Derek Newton went unregarded by national recruiting services like Rivals.
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Derek Newton became a starter in 2009, earning Second-team All-Sun Belt Conference honors.
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Derek Newton was eventually selected 214th overall by the Houston Texans.
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Derek Newton was the first offensive lineman to be drafted out of Arkansas State since Ray Brown in 1986.
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Derek Newton was replaced in the starting line-up by Ryan Harris.
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On March 7,2015, Derek Newton re-signed with the Texans to a five-year, $26.5 million contract.
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On October 24,2016, Derek Newton went down with an injury in a Week 7 game against the Denver Broncos and was carted off the field with air casts attached to both legs.
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On December 11,2018, Derek Newton signed a two-year contract with the New Orleans Saints, two years after his devastating knee injuries.
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Derek Newton was released on December 20,2018, but was re-signed a week later.
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On May 22,2019, Derek Newton was released by the Saints.