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C.J. Gardner-Johnson

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By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

C.J. Gardner-Johnson is an American professional football safety in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Florida Gators and was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL draft. He has also played for the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans, and Chicago Bears, and won Super Bowl LIX with the Philadelphia Eagles. He currently plays for the Buffalo Bills.

Early life and college

Gardner-Johnson was born in Cocoa, Florida, and played college football at the University of Florida for the Florida Gators.

NFL career

He entered the NFL in 2019 as a fourth-round pick of the New Orleans Saints. His career has included stints with the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans, Chicago Bears, and Buffalo Bills.

Championships and notable achievements

Gardner-Johnson won Super Bowl LIX with the Philadelphia Eagles. He has also been noted for producing turnovers and playing a prominent role in defensive backfields.

Player profile

He is listed as a safety and is known for his versatility in the secondary. Official team and league profiles list him at about 5-foot-11 and 208–210 pounds.

Key facts

  • Gardner-Johnson is a safety in the NFL.
  • He played college football for the Florida Gators.
  • He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2019.
  • He has played for several NFL teams, including the Saints, Lions, Eagles, Texans, Bears, and Bills.
  • He won Super Bowl LIX with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Frequently asked questions

What is C.J. Gardner-Johnson's full name?
His full name is Chauncey Gardner-Johnson.
What position does he play?
He plays safety in the NFL.
Which college did he attend?
He played college football at the University of Florida.
When was he drafted?
He was selected in the 2019 NFL draft by the New Orleans Saints in the fourth round, 105th overall.
Which teams has he played for?
He has played for the Saints, Lions, Eagles, Texans, Bears, and Bills.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C._J._Gardner-Johnson
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, college, draft information, team history, and Super Bowl LIX mention.
  2. Pro Football Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/G/GardCh00.htm
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, height, weight, career totals, nicknames, and Super Bowl win.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4034953/cj-gardner-johnson
    Supports: Position, height/weight, birth date, college, draft round and pick, and current team listing.
  4. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/players/chauncey-gardner-johnson/
    Supports: Player info including experience, height, weight, college, hometown, and team affiliation.
  5. Buffalo Bills — https://www.buffalobills.com/team/players-roster/c-j-gardner-johnson/
    Supports: Current roster listing, physical measurements, college, age, and 2025 season statistics.