Quick Info
| Profession | American football defensive tackle |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 27/05/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Birmingham, Alabama, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Daron Payne
30/10/2026
Daron Payne suffered a significant foot injury during Washington's practice on Friday, 30 October 2026, and was added to the injury report as questionable for the Week 8 Sunday Night Football game against the Philadelphia Eagles. NFL Network reporters indicated the injury would sideline him for the foreseeable future, with a likely move to injured reserve and a possible end to his 2026 season. The injury also reduces his value as one of Washington's top trade chips before the NFL trade deadline.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Daron Cordell Payne |
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| Summary | Professional American football defensive tackle who has played for the Washington Commanders franchise in the National Football League since being drafted in 2018. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
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| Weight | 320 lb (145 kg) |
| Jersey Number | 94 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Shades Valley High School, Ironside, Alabama |
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| College | University of Alabama (2015-2017) |
Career
| College Football | Played for the Alabama Crimson Tide, winning national championships in 2015 and 2017 |
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| NFL Draft | Selected 13th overall in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft by Washington |
| Team | Washington Commanders (Washington Redskins, Washington Football Team, Washington Commanders) |
| Honours | Pro Bowl selection (2022); PFWA All-Rookie Team honoree |
| Contract | Signed a four-year, $90 million contract extension in 2023 |
| Contract Status | Playing out the final year of his deal; set to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season |
| 2026 Season Status | Six games played with 14 tackles, one sack and a forced fumble before a foot injury sidelined him in late October 2026; reports indicate a likely move to injured reserve and a possible season-ending absence |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His given name was often misspelled as Da'Ron at Alabama, and he asked that it be spelled Daron for his professional career. | |
| 2. He recorded a career-high 11.5 sacks in the 2022 season. | |
| 3. He was named defensive MVP of both Alabama postseason games in 2017, his junior year. |
