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Meet Chris Johnson, Dolphins' draft pick after trade who shares name with famous NFL RB
TL;DR
The Miami Dolphins selected cornerback Chris Johnson from San Diego State at No. 27 overall after trading up with the San Francisco 49ers. He shares his name with the famous former NFL running back.
Key points
- Miami Dolphins selected Chris Johnson at No. 27 overall
- Chris Johnson is a cornerback from San Diego State
- He shares a name with former NFL running back Chris Johnson
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The Miami Dolphins made their first pick at No. 12 overall, selecting Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor to beef up their offensive line.
But, at No. 27 overall after a minor trade-up with the San Francisco 49ers, the Dolphins drafted Chris Johnson, the San Diego State cornerback.
That's a familiar name for NFL fans, as Chris Johnson is also the name of a legendary running back who played for the Tennessee Titans for a while.
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Meet San Diego State CB Chris Johnson
Johnson, the San Diego State cornerback, is not related to the former Titans running back. The 6-foot-0, 193-pound cornerback ran a 4.40-second 40-yard dash at this year's NFL Combine.
While not quite the same speed as the former running back, who had a 4.24-second 40-yard dash back in 2008, Johnson is still fast.
Q&A
Who is the Chris Johnson drafted by the Miami Dolphins?
The Chris Johnson drafted by the Miami Dolphins is a cornerback from San Diego State.
What position does Chris Johnson play for the Dolphins?
Chris Johnson plays as a cornerback for the Miami Dolphins.
What was the Dolphins' overall pick number when they drafted Chris Johnson?
The Dolphins drafted Chris Johnson with the 27th overall pick in the NFL Draft.