AZTECS CHRIS JOHNSON SELECTED BY THE MIAMI DOLPHINS AS THE 27TH PICK IN THE FIRST ROUND
Aztec’s Johnson selected with the 27th pick in the NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 27: Chris Johnson of the San Diego State Aztecs participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Johnson was projected to be a second round pick but will fill a defensive need for the Dolphins. Chris Johnson is looking to be the 6th best Cornerback in the 2026 draft.
Projections show him as the 39th overall pick as the League is looking to shore up their respective defensive secondaries. His overall talents helped elevate him to the 27th pick this season. Johnson brings tremendous skills to the Dolphins.
Last season he had four interceptions and returned two for scores. He has quick, sharp instincts with a laser focus break on the ball. He is able to quickly diagnose routes coming at him and determine where to go.
One feature on tape shows him with the ability to look off one receiver and break to the one who is receiving the pass. He also is extremely physical, showing the ability to knock or wrestle away the ball from the receiver. He has great instincts tracking the ball once the quarterback has released it.