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Instant analysis of Dolphins taking CB Chris Johnson in 2026 NFL draft
TL;DR
The Miami Dolphins selected cornerback Chris Johnson from San Diego State with the 27th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Johnson had a standout college season, recording four interceptions and impressive combine results.
Key points
- Dolphins selected CB Chris Johnson with the 27th overall pick
- Johnson had four interceptions and two touchdowns in 2025
- Miami traded picks Nos. 30 and 90 to acquire Johnson
- Johnson had a 4.40 40-yard dash time at the combine
- Dolphins have significant needs in their secondary for 2026
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The Miami Dolphins added to the secondary by selecting cornerback Chris Johnson out of San Diego State with pick No. 27 overall. Miami moved to select Johnson, sending picks Nos. 30 and 90 to the San Francisco 49ers.
Johnson is coming off an impressive 2025 season at San Diego State, recording four interceptions and returning two for touchdowns. He also totaled nine passes defensed, a forced fumble and 49 tackles. According to PFF, he held opposing quarterbacks to a 16.1 passer rating when targeted.
Johnson flew up draft boards after a standout combine performance, which included a 4.40 time on the 40-yard dash and a 38-inch vertical.
Secondary is one of the biggest needs on the Dolphins roster entering the 2026 draft. The Dolphins' cornerback and safety positions will consist of multiple newcomers in the lineup. Miami will have two new starting cornerbacks in 2026 after Jack Jones signed with the 49ers, and Rasul Douglas remains a free agent.
This is a perfect opportunity for Johnson to establish a role on the Miami defense early in his career. New Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley has a strong background as a defensive backs coach. Johnson will likely be a day-one starter for the Dolphins in 2026.
There is still a lot of work to be done to shore up this secondary ahead of 2026. General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan is likely not done adding to the cornerback group with 11 more picks remaining for the Dolphins in this draft.
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This article originally appeared on Dolphins Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Instant analysis of Dolphins taking CB Chris Johnson
Q&A
What were Chris Johnson's college stats before being drafted by the Dolphins?
Chris Johnson recorded four interceptions, returned two for touchdowns, had nine passes defensed, a forced fumble, and 49 tackles during his 2025 season at San Diego State.
Why did the Dolphins trade up to select Chris Johnson in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Dolphins traded up to pick No. 27 by sending picks Nos. 30 and 90 to the San Francisco 49ers to address their pressing need for secondary help.
What are the Dolphins' cornerback needs heading into the 2026 season?
The Dolphins need to fill multiple cornerback positions, as they will have two new starters due to Jack Jones signing with the 49ers and Rasul Douglas remaining a free agent.
