Oklahoma State is in the mix for a cornerback who could bring exactly what the Cowboys need in 2027.
Coaleon Johnson, a three-star junior college defensive back, posted on social media that he’ll announced his commitment on Nov. 30. Oklahoma State offered him earlier this fall, and the Cowboys are among 10 schools still in contention.
That group also includes Arizona, North Carolina, Florida State, Missouri, Kansas, Texas Tech, LSU, Ole Miss and Kansas State.
Johnson’s appeal starts with his frame. At 6-4, he would be the tallest cornerback in Oklahoma State’s room next season. Freshman Marrel Davis III is the tallest on the roster at 6-2, while LaDainian Fields is the only cornerback logging significant snaps who stands taller than six feet at 6-1.
That kind of size is rare at the position, which helps explain why so many programs are chasing him.
He also arrives with something prep prospects often don’t have: junior college experience and the physical maturity that comes with it. Johnson, a Chicago native, is playing at Iowa Western Community College, one of the sport’s perennial junior college powers. Before that, he spent his first junior college season at Rochester CTC in Minnesota.
And then there’s the ball production. Oklahoma State has had issues forcing turnovers this season, while Johnson has four interceptions in only seven games for Iowa Western. He has just 12 tackles, but his knack for finding the football has made him stand out in coverage.
That combination of length, experience and playmaking makes him a candidate to contribute right away for Oklahoma State if he chooses the Cowboys.
Iowa Western closes its regular season on Nov. 7 against Butler (Kan.) Community College.
After that, Johnson will likely have postseason games remaining before he makes his call. His commitment would also allow him to arrive at Oklahoma State - or wherever he lands - in January.
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