Summary
Josh Newton carries a 42.0 dynasty score, ranking 413 at DB. His 2025 season saw a decline in snap share, and at age 25 with three years remaining on his contract, his role security is uncertain.
Projection Rationale
Newton’s 2025 defensive stat line of 9 solo tackles and 0 sacks in 15 games indicates a role that may be decreasing. His Verdict grades show a 28th percentile production grade, and a 2nd percentile efficiency grade, indicating room for improvement. With 3 years remaining on his contract, his role security is uncertain due to the decline in snap share.
Injury Risk
Newton suffered an injury in Week 18 of the 2025 season, but his durability grade remains high at the 91st percentile. At age 25, his injury risk profile is moderate.
Opportunity Notes
Newton’s snap share trended down in 2025, and his role may be decreasing. The Bengals’ defensive scheme, a 4-3 with a 17.1% blitz rate, may limit his ceiling.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Dan Pitcher coordinates a 4-3 defense with a 17.1% blitz rate. Newton’s role in this scheme may be limited by the high blitz rate.
Trend Assessment
Declining. Newton’s snap share trended down in 2025, and his durability grade remains high at the 91st percentile.
Ceiling / Floor
Newton’s ceiling is a DB2 finish range if he regains his 2024 production level. His floor is a DB5 finish range if his role continues to decline, referencing a trade value of 1,260.
Comparable Player
DeAngelo Hall, 2007-2016.