Johnson: Potential Lockdown Star for Packers

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In the unpacking future Packers countdown, San Diego State Cornerback Chris Johnson sits

at number 42 as a top prospect for the Green Bay.

Packers in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst might trade

up early on day 2 to grab him if he is still available.

Johnson broke out in 2023 with 67 tackles and four past deflections, then earned Mountain

West defensive player of the year.

Honors this past season, he posted 49 tackles, four interceptions, nine past deflections,

and two pick sixes while showing versatility in man and zone coverage.

Scouts praise his physicality at the line, quick feet, high football IQ and ball skills,

including opponents to just 18 catches on 43, targets last year.

He is also solid against the run, with 29 stops over two seasons and shines on special

teams with hundreds of snaps and tackles.

The Packers have not used a top 100 pick on a cornerback since Eric Stokes in 2021,

relying mostly on late rounders since then.

They got a close look at Johnson during senior bowl practices and multiple college games.

Johnson's size, athleticism and skin fit make him a potential lockdown starter who could

boost Green Bay's secondary right away.

Keep an eye on a possible move up the board come draft day on April 24th.

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