As the saying goes, “offense wins games, but defense wins Super Bowls.” This statement holds true in the world of football, where having a strong defense can make all the difference in winning the ultimate prize. And when it comes to building a solid defense, one position that is highly coveted by all NFL teams is the cornerback.
Recently, former NFL star Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson was asked by a fan to name his top cornerbacks in the game. As a former wide receiver himself, Johnson knows a thing or two about facing off against some of the best cornerbacks in the league. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the cornerbacks that made Johnson’s list.
1. P2
At the top of Johnson’s list is none other than P2, also known as Patrick Peterson. The Arizona Cardinals cornerback has been a dominant force in the league since he was drafted in 2011. With his speed, agility, and exceptional coverage skills, Peterson has consistently shut down some of the best wide receivers in the game. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl eight times and has been named a First-Team All-Pro three times. At just 30 years old, Peterson still has a lot of football left in him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the league.
2. Stingley
Next up on Johnson’s list is Derek Stingley Jr., a rising star in the NFL. Stingley was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2023 and has quickly made a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the league. With his impressive speed and coverage skills, Stingley has already proven to be a valuable asset to the Bengals’ defense. At just 22 years old, he has a bright future ahead of him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the best cornerbacks in the game.
3. Denzel Ward
Another young cornerback who has caught Johnson’s attention is Denzel Ward of the Cleveland Browns. Ward was drafted in 2020 and has quickly established himself as a top cornerback in the league. With his speed, agility, and exceptional coverage skills, Ward has been a key player in the Browns’ defense. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl twice and has been named a Second-Team All-Pro once. At just 25 years old, Ward has a promising future ahead of him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the game.
4. Sauce
Johnson’s list also includes a newcomer to the NFL, known simply as ‘Sauce.’ This nickname belongs to none other than Saucy Jones, a rookie cornerback for the New York Giants. Jones was drafted in 2024 and has quickly made a name for himself as a shutdown cornerback. With his impressive speed and coverage skills, Jones has already proven to be a valuable asset to the Giants’ defense. At just 21 years old, he has a bright future ahead of him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the league.
5. Jaylon Johnson
Next on Johnson’s list is Jaylon Johnson of the Chicago Bears. Johnson was drafted in 2020 and has quickly established himself as a top cornerback in the league. With his speed, agility, and exceptional coverage skills, Johnson has been a key player in the Bears’ defense. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl once and has been named a Second-Team All-Pro once. At just 24 years old, Johnson has a promising future ahead of him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the game.
6. Trent McDuffie
Another young cornerback who has caught Johnson’s attention is Trent McDuffie of the Washington Football Team. McDuffie was drafted in 2024 and has quickly established himself as a top cornerback in the league. With his impressive speed and coverage skills, McDuffie has already proven to be a valuable asset to Washington’s defense. At just 22 years old, he has a bright future ahead of him and is sure to continue making a name for himself as one of the top cornerbacks in the game.
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Last but certainly not least on Johnson’s list is a player whose name has yet to be revealed. This could
