Nobody ever expected that 2026 would be a year in which Jaylon Johnson fell off a cliff. Why should they? The cornerback is 27 years old, in his physical prime. He spent the entire offseason healthy. Everything pointed to him…
Erik Lambert of Sports Mockery argues that Chicago Bears scouts scouting top collegiate cornerbacks signals that 27-year-old Jaylon Johnson's future with the team is in jeopardy. Johnson has faced heavy criticism during the 2026 NFL season, struggling with missed tackles and lacking his previous Pro Bowl form during a recent Thursday night game against the New England Patriots.
Lambert notes that the Bears could save $16 million by cutting Johnson next offseason because the guarantees on his contract have expired. With zero interceptions and just two pass deflections on the season, Lambert believes Chicago's front office will not hesitate to move on from the veteran cornerback.
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