New England Patriots Cornerback Christian Gonzalez is one of the few bright spots on the team this season, and one NFL legend has noticed.

Former Patriots star Ty Law has high hopes for Gonzalez and offered his thoughts on the young defensive back this week.

“He’s next,” Law said. via Tim Crowley of NESN. “I think he has more upside than anyone else on the team. He’s got that kind of talent. He’s getting close to playing at the Pro Bowl level. I think when you talk about the next great cornerback to play in New England, if he can stay healthy, that’s Christian Gonzalez.”

If there’s anyone who knows a good cornerback when he sees one, it’s Law.

Law spent the first decade of his NFL career in New England from 1995 to 2004, going to the Pro Bowl four times and also earning several First-Team All-Pro selections with the Pats.

The Hall-of-Famer is widely regarded as one of the best cornerbacks of his era, so his opinion should be highly respected.

Gonzalez, meanwhile, has recorded 42 tackles, one interception and six passes defensed so far in 2024. Teams even called on the Patriots. Ask about Gonzalez At the trade deadline, however, they got hit.

Gonzalez, who played college football at the University of Oregon, was selected by New England with the 17th pick. 2023 NFL Draft.

He was limited to just four games in his rookie season due to a season-ending shoulder injury, but many considered him a football player. exit candidate We are heading towards 2024.

The 22-year-old has certainly established himself as an impressive young defender and Gonzalez’s future looks bright.

The Pats are 3-7 and will face the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday.

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