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The Miami Dolphins selected cornerback Chris Johnson from San Diego State with the 27th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They moved up three spots to secure a projected starting cornerback to enhance their defense.
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MIAMI GARDENS ― The Miami Dolphins selected cornerback Chris Johnson of San Diego State with the 27th overall pick of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Miami moved up three spots to make sure they landed a projected starting cornerback.
The Dolphins landed a well-regarded player at a premium position in which they were desperate to add talent.
Johnson, 6-foot, 3/8 inches and 193 pounds, was the best-testing cornerback at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Here is our instant grade on the Dolphins picking Chris Johnson:
Scouts say Chris Johnson is versatile, consistent and disciplined.
Johnson is said to have good footwork and technique. Though he is tough and athletic, scouts say he can have some problems with big receivers.
Johnson has the instincts and awareness to be a likely starter for the Dolphins as a rookie.
Johnson is a play-maker who will go after the football and is not afraid to try to create game-breakers.
Oct 5, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs cornerback Chris Johnson (1) warms up against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors before the game at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Abe Arredondo-Imagn Images
The Dolphins drafted Chris Johnson to secure a projected starting cornerback, addressing their need for talent in a premium position.
Chris Johnson stands 6 feet 3/8 inches tall and weighs 193 pounds; he was the best-testing cornerback at the NFL Scouting Combine.
The Dolphins moved up three spots in the draft to ensure they could select Chris Johnson.
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Johnson's coaches have said he has good character and makeup. A lack of competition against some of the biggest schools and players may be questioned by some.
This should be a popular pick from new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan.
This player was projected as a first-rounder and the Dolphins felt confident enough to move up for him.
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This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Dolphins draft grades: Why CB Chris Johnson pick gets a B+