Oregon State's Chris Johnson: Group of 5 CB Star with Elite Ball Skills and Speed Poised for 2026 Draft
Chris Johnson, Oregon State Beavers' two-year starting cornerback, exploded in the 2025 season with 4 INTs (2 TDs), 7 PBUs, and 47 tackles, showcasing lockdown coverage, ball-hawking instincts, and 83 solo tackles over two years; he silenced speed doubts by tying for third-fastest 40-yard dash among CBs at the 2026 Combine post-Senior Bowl. Ranked top-5 CB, top-50 overall prospect, and premier Group of 5 talent, his physicality, tackling reliability, and big-play upside make him a Day 1 steal for teams needing a versatile, high-motor defender who fits any scheme.
