Christian Gonzalez ranked fourth among NFL cornerbacks this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:58 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez was ranked fourth in cornerback rankings this summer by CBS Sports. Despite missing part of his rookie season due to injury, Gonzalez earned a second-team All-Pro designation in 2024 and made the Pro Bowl last season. He led the NFL with seven passes defended during the playoffs and helped the Patriots reach the Super Bowl after their AFC Championship Game victory. Gonzalez is expected to start for the Patriots again in 2026, aiming to improve his standing further.
- •Christian Gonzalez ranked fourth in CBS Sports cornerback rankings.
- •He was a second-team All-Pro in 2024 and a Pro Bowler last year.
- •Gonzalez defended an NFL-high seven passes in the playoffs.
- •He contributed to the Patriots' AFC Championship Game win.
- •Gonzalez will start again for the Patriots in the 2026 season.
- 5:58 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez snubbed from top three in CB rankings
"Patriots star defensive back Christian Gonzalez was left out of the top three in a recent cornerbacks ranking.
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