SDSU CB Chris Johnson Meets Steelers Idol Ike Taylor

0:00On March 27, San Diego State Cornerback Chris Johnson shared that he's a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelersman who looked up to former player Ike Taylor. The six-foot, 193-pound defender visited the team on March 17, sparking interest ahead of the 2026 draft. Taylor spent 12 seasons with the Steelers from 2003 to 2014, earning a strong reputation as one of their top. Cornerbacks, outside the all-time greats. These days, he works as a scout for the organization. Johnson started the last two years for the Aztecs, putting up solid numbers with 116 tackles, 13 pass breakups, 5. Interceptions and four forced fumbles. Last season alone, he grabbed four picks, including two picks' sixes that led the Mountain West Conference. While the Steelers seemed set at outside corner, with players like Joey Porter Jr., Jamel Dean, a Sanse Samuel Jr., and Brandon Eccles Johnson. My fit inside at slot corner.

1:00There, 31-year-old Jalen Ramsey serves as a temporary fix. Ranked as the 45th best prospect overall, Johnson lines up well for the Steelers' 53rd pick in the second round, keeping draft buzz, alive as team scout talent like him. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.