Javontae Jean-Baptiste is a linebacker for the Washington Commanders. He was selected with pick 222 of round 7 in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Notre Dame; Ohio State. In the 2026 regular season he made 5 tackles (3 solo). At Ohio State and Notre Dame (2019–23) he made 97 tackles (19.5 for loss), recorded 12.5 sacks and had 0 interceptions and 2 passes defended.