C.J. Gardner-Johnson thrives on proving doubters wrong. But his journey from Philly's Super Bowl high to Houston's rising force is pure NFL drama.
Now, fresh fuel ignites that competitive fire, validating his bark and bite. The spark?
PFSN's prestigious NFL Top 100 list for 2025 dropped, and Gardner-Johnson landed squarely at No. 45, recognized as a defining playmaker for Houston. This ranking screams validation after his explosive offseason comments targeting his former Eagles bosses. Hence, suddenly, his boasts carry serious weight.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson now anchors the sixth-ranked Texans defense after finishing at the top in Vic Fangio's system last season.