Summary
C.J. Gardner-Johnson carries a 78.0 dynasty score, ranking 56 at DB. In 2025, he secured 46 solo tackles and 3 sacks, indicating consistent production at the age of 28 with 2 years remaining on his contract.
Projection Rationale
Gardner-Johnson’s 46 solo tackles and 3 sacks in 2025 indicate consistent production. His Verdict production grade at the 63rd percentile suggests room for improvement. He has 2 years remaining on his contract, ensuring role security.
Injury Risk
Gardner-Johnson practiced full participation in Week 20’s practice but was out in Week 19. He has a Verdict durability grade at the 63rd percentile, indicating moderate injury risk due to his age.
Opportunity Notes
Gardner-Johnson’s snap share trended down to 60.0% in Week 20. The role is secure, but his decreased usage may limit his ceiling.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Jim Leonhard coordinates a 4-3 defense with a 15.7% blitz rate. This scheme type may limit Gardner-Johnson’s ceiling due to his Verdict efficiency grade at the 37th percentile, indicating he excels in man coverage, which is less emphasized in a 4-3 zone-heavy defense.
Trend Assessment
Stable. Gardner-Johnson’s 2025 snap share trended down from 93.0% in Week 3 to 59.0% in Week 9 and 60.0% in Week 20, showing a stable production level despite decreased usage.
Ceiling / Floor
Ceiling: DB1-DB2. Gardner-Johnson must maintain his consistent production and improve his efficiency to reach this range. Floor: DB5-DB6. Gardner-Johnson’s trade value of 3,042 and Verdict durability grade at the 63rd percentile suggest he has a lower floor.
Comparable Player
DeAngelo Hall, 2006-2016.