Daron Payne - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Steady production in 2025 Payne recorded 46 total tackles (20 solo), including 3.0 sacks, while also adding five passes defensed and a forced fumble over 15 games during the 2025 regular season.

Impact Payne maintained his consistent level of production in his eighth campaign in Washington, securing at least 3.0 sacks for the sixth straight year and seventh time overall. The defensive lineman had appeared in every regular-season contest with the team in each of the last five years, but he was forced to miss two games in 2025, one due to a suspension and the other as a result of a back injury. Payne will enter the 2026 campaign in the final year of his four-year, $90 million contract with the Commanders.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Daron Payne dilemma casts long shadow over Commanders' offseason This may be his last season in Washington.

4 DAYS AGO • RIGGOSRAG.COM

Commanders insider reveals the NFL's real verdict on Daron Payne Daron Payne is still held in high regard.

FEBRUARY 8 • RIGGOSRAG.COM

Inside the locker room | DT Daron Payne Washington Commanders Video: the latest Washington Commanders video clips and series on Commanders.com

JANUARY 5 • COMMANDERS.COM

Practicing fully Payne (back) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Payne missed the Christmas Day matchup with the Cowboys but appears ready to return following the one-game absence. The veteran defensive tackle has appeared in 14 contest this season, logging 42 tackles (17 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and five pass breakups on 61 percent of the defensive snaps.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Daron Payne just boosted Commanders' extension hopes without lifting a finger The Commanders' interior collapse was good news for Daron Payne.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • RIGGOSRAG.COM

Won't play vs. Dallas Payne (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Payne was held out of all three practice sessions during Week 17 prep due to a back issue. The veteran defensive tackle will be sidelined Christmas Day, so Sheldon Day and Jer'Zhan Newton are the top candidates to start alongside Javon Kinlaw in Payne's absence. With the Commanders eliminated from playoff contention, Payne's last opportunity to play this season is Week 18 against the Eagles.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt

With Jayden Daniels shut down for the regular season because of an elbow injury and backup Marcus Mariota sidelined, the Washington Commanders will start Josh Johnson against the D...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Estimated as DNP on Monday Payne (back) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

Impact The Commanders held a walkthrough Monday after losing to the Eagles on Saturday. The veteran defensive lineman hasn't missed a game to injury since the 2019 campaign. Through 14 contests this season, Payne has recorded 42 tackles (17 solo), including 2.0 sacks, five pass breakups and one forced fumble.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension lifted The NFL lifted Payne's one-game suspension Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Payne was unsuccessful in his appeal of a one-game suspension stemming from his actions during the Commanders' Week 10 loss against the Lions, when he punched Amon-Ra St. Brown. Payne sat out of Sunday's overtime loss to the Dolphins, and with the Commanders on a bye Week 12, his next opportunity to play is Week 13 against the Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 30.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NFL News: Lions' star Amon-Ra St.Brown receives update after clash with Commanders' Daron Payne The Washington Commanders saw defensive tackle Daron Payne get suspended for throwing a punch to Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Bro...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • BOLAVIP.COM

2025 NFL Week 11 Buzz: Pats Standout DT Out Weeks; Broncos Lose Starting RB

We're tracking the latest on what's happening around the NFL heading into Week 11 of the 2025 season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NFL Week 11 Buzz: Pats Standout DT Out Weeks; Broncos Lose Starting RB

Dan Quinn praises Mike McDaniel's sobriety journey ahead of their first meeting as head coaches

Washington coach Dan Quinn praised Dolphins counterpart Mike McDaniel for his leadership and personal journey

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Will NFL suspend Amon-Ra St. Brown? Video shows Lions WR throwing first punch at Commanders' Daron Payne | Sporting News Payne was the one whom the NFL punished after the incident on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Commanders hope road trip to Madrid will help team regroup after poor run

The Washington Commanders are in Madrid to face the Miami Dolphins on Sunday in the NFL’s final international game of the season

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Amon-Ra St. Brown Shares His Side of Viral Altercation With Commanders' Daron Payne Amon-Ra St. Brown discussed his altercation with Commanders DT Daron Payne on his podcast.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Suspension upheld on appeal Payne's one-game suspension was upheld on appeal Monday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Payne was suspended one game for punching Amon-Ra St. Brown during the Commanders' loss to the Lions on Sunday. With Payne out for Week 11 against the Dolphins in Madrid, look for Eddie Goldman, Jer'Zhan Newton and Sheldon Day to see increased playing time up front on the defensive line.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New Video of Fight Could Get Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown in Trouble Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is back in the spotlight after a new video involving the altercation with Commanders DT Daron Payne emerg...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

New Video Shows Amon-Ra St. Brown Punching Daron Payne a Few Plays Before Ejection St. Brown can be seen swinging at Payne in an incident a few plays before the Commanders DT was ejected.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • SI.COM

Lions' Jared Goff throws shade at Louis Riddick in comments about Daron Payne punch | Sporting News Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff managed to throw a little shade at ESPN and NFL Films analyst Louis Riddick when asked for his thoughts...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Deadspin | Commanders DL Daron Payne suspended one game Deadspin | Commanders DL Daron Payne suspended one game

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Appealing one-game ban Payne will appeal his one-game suspension, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Payne was hit with a one-game suspension after he threw a punch at Amon-Ra St. Brown during Washington's blowout loss to the Lions on Sunday. Payne was ejected from the contest and will not be permitted to travel with the team to Madrid, Spain for Sunday's game against the Dolphins unless he wins his appeal.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders Head Coach Dan Quinn Will Take Over as Defensive Coordinator

The Washington Commanders are on a historic streak of failing to make their games competitive, and head coach Dan Quinn will take over as de...

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Commanders Head Coach Dan Quinn Will Take Over as Defensive Coordinator

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NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

"Thug should get multiple games," "Free him": NFL fans react as Daron Payne gets suspended for punching Amon Ra St. Brown Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne has been handed a one-game suspension without pay for his altercation with Detroit Lions...

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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