The Miami Dolphins Add To Their CB Collection With Chris Johnson | 2026 NFL Draft

The Locked On Dolphins podcast breaks down the Miami Dolphins' selection of cornerback Chris Johnson in the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting his strong fit with the team's scheme and culture. The host praises Johnson’s physicality, tackling, versatility in both slot and outside roles, and his impressive 2025 season as Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year and All-American. Despite not being the host’s top-rated corner, Johnson was a significant upgrade in the Dolphins’ specific evaluation model, ranking 38th on the host’s board but selected at 27—making him one of only four players out of 300 to receive a two-point or higher boost in the Dolphins’ proprietary grading system. The episode also features a spontaneous A-Z mock draft for rounds two through four, where the host selects players like Gabe Ackes, Jalen Kilgore, Oscar Delp, and Dion Burks, emphasizing the team’s focus on culture, athleticism, and long-term development. The host reflects on the importance of player-coach alignment and the Dolphins’ strategic vision of building a young, cohesive roster that grows together under head coach Jeff Halfley.