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Patriots Mocked To Pick Potential Carlton Davis III Replacement
TL;DR
The New England Patriots may select cornerback Chris Johnson from San Diego State with the 31st overall pick in the NFL Draft, according to analyst Daniel Jeremiah. This choice could be a surprising shift from their expected focus on offensive linemen and edge rushers.
Key points
- New England Patriots may select Chris Johnson at 31st overall
- Chris Johnson is a cornerback from San Diego State
- Analyst Daniel Jeremiah predicts this surprising pick
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San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson
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The New England Patriots could make a surprising pick at 31st overall.
New England has been connected to offensive linemen and edge rushers at 31st overall, but NFL Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com mocked the Patriots to select cornerback Chris Johnson out of San Diego State.
“The Patriots can afford to take the best prospect available here,” Jeremiah wrote in a mock draft published on Wednesday. “They have quality players at cornerback, but they’re going to have to pay Christian Gonzalez (rookie deal expires after 2027 season) and they’re already paying Carlton Davis III.
“Johnson gives them a younger, cheaper option to eventually replace Davis, and this San Diego State product is versatile enough to line up at multiple spots in the secondary, perhaps even at safety.”
The Patriots going cornerback at 31st overall would be a surprise, especially given the fact that New England has Gonzalez and Davis under contract. But, as Jeremiah noted, Johnson could replace Davis and add some more depth in the secondary.
Q&A
Who is Chris Johnson and why is he a potential pick for the Patriots?
Chris Johnson is a cornerback from San Diego State, and he is being considered as a potential replacement for Carlton Davis III by the Patriots.
What position are the Patriots expected to draft in the 2026 NFL Draft?
While the Patriots have been linked to offensive linemen and edge rushers, they may surprise fans by selecting a cornerback like Chris Johnson.
What is the significance of the Patriots picking 31st overall in the NFL Draft?
Picking 31st overall places the Patriots in a unique position to either address specific needs or make unexpected selections, such as a cornerback.
