Lonnie Johnson NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report for Houston Texans' Pick

STRENGTHS

—Possesses all the physical tools to be a starting No. 1 cornerback in the NFL.

—Incredible length and bulk for the position and is able to reroute receivers with his size.

—Length, strength and aggressive play make him a threat at the line of scrimmage in press coverage.

—Special teams player who can block kicks.

—Scouts love his demeanor, work ethic and competitiveness. Alpha dog-type athlete.

WEAKNESSES

—Just one interception in two years at Kentucky.

—Sat out the 2016 season to focus on academic eligibility.

—Does not show willingness to tackle in the run game.

—Struggles to turn and run with top-end speed.

—Deflections and interceptions haven't come because locating the football has been a huge problem.

Lonnie Johnson Jr. NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report, Grade for Texans Rookie

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OVERALL

Johnson has all the physical tools that coaches and scouts look for; he has simply lacked production and consistency. With good coaching, there is no doubt those will come. If Johnson can learn to turn and locate the ball and provide any kind of support in the run game, he is a Pro Bowl-level talent.

GRADE: 6.80 (ROUND 2 - ROOKIE IMPACT)

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