Jaylon Johnson


Jaylon Lawrence Johnson is an American football cornerback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League. He played college football at Utah.

Early years

Johnson attended Central High School in Fresno, California. He played in the 2017 US Army All-American Bowl. He committed to the University of Utah to play college football. Johnson also played basketball in high school.

College career

As a true freshman at Utah in 2017, Johnson played in 12 games and made two starts, recording 25 tackles and one interception. He became a starter his sophomore year in 2018, starting all 14 games. He finished the season with 41 tackles, four interceptions and a touchdown. Johnson returned as a starter his junior year in 2019. Following a junior season where he had 10 pass breakups and was named to the First-team All-Pac-12, Johnson announced that he would forgo his senior season and declare for the 2020 NFL Draft.

Professional career

Johnson was drafted by the Chicago Bears with the 50th overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year rookie contract with the team on July 21.