Will Johnson‘s slide down the board has come to an finish. The Cardinals used decide No. 47 on the Michigan cornerback.
Johnson was lengthy seen as one of many prime defenders typically and canopy males specifically within the 2025 draft class. He was thus considered a first-round lock for a lot of the predraft course of. Nonetheless, issues over a knee harm just lately opened the door for Johnson needing to attend some time to listen to his title known as.
A 3-year contributor with the Wolverines, the junior confronted excessive expectations getting into the 2024 season. Throughout Michigan’s title run the yr earlier than, Johnson proved to be a pivotal determine; the All-American earned Defensive MVP honors within the nationwide championship sport. Final yr, nevertheless, he handled a number of accidents and was restricted to only six video games in consequence.
Johnson confronted questions on his lengthy velocity, and his choice to not run the 40-yard sprint on the Mix or his Professional Day furthered issues on that entrance. However, the potential stays for him to function as a beginning boundary nook on the NFL degree primarily based on his footwork and soccer IQ. He’ll look to take action upon arrival in Arizona.
The Cardinals ranked mid-pack by way of passing yards allowed final season. Nonetheless, loads of room exists for upgrading within the secondary, particularly after the crew addressed the defensive entrance final night time (Walter Nolen). Johnson will be part of a CB room led by Sean Murphy-Bunting together with current draftees Garrett Williams, Elijah Jones and Max Melton.
Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated reported that some groups see Johnson as a one-contract participant on account of his knee challenge. The Cardinals are clearly not one among them, however it will likely be fascinating to see how his early NFL profession tenure performs out on the well being entrance.
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