In one of the more entertaining second acts in sports, former NFL wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson has spent his recent years transforming from an exceptional 11-year gridiron vet into a social media superstar. How many other retired wideouts considered trying out as a kicker in the XFL?
He's using that same platform to share his wisdom. This President's Day, Johnson tweeted that he would be working out Tuesday morning with Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen. Johnson might be 42, but age is just a number, and he sure looks capable of bringing the speed.
Mullen was without a doubt the Raiders' most exciting corner in 2019, and despite starting only 10 games, he managed to reel in one interception — should've been at least three but debatable officiating negated them — 10 passes defensed and 50 tackles. At only 22 years of age, the former Clemson Tiger is a clear foundational piece going forward, and it's clear he has the desire to be great.
He's also from Coconut Creek, Fla., just up the road from Johnson's hometown Miami.
Unfortunately, no footage from has been shown of the two battling it out; but Johnson did release a small boomerang proving the two were indeed training together.
In 2020, it's expected that Mullen will be the guy at cornerback for the Raiders, and while he'll be facing guys much younger than Johnson, the former pro's knowledge of the position will certainly benefit No. 27 as he enters his second campaign.
Check out photos from rookie CB Trayvon Mullen's best moments during his first season with the Silver and Black.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) is introduced onto the field before their regular season game against the Tennessee Titans .
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) stands on the field during the regular season game against the Houston Texans.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) walks down the tunnel before the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) stands on the field during the Raiders regular season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) lines up before the snap during the regular season game against the New York Jets .
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) lines up before the snap during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) breaks up a pass during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) makes a tackle during the season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) breaks up a pass during the season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) defends during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) defends during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) goes to make a tackle during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) makes a tackle during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) breaks up a pass during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) makes a tackle during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) celebrates his first career interception during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) celebrates his first career interception during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) celebrates his first career interception with teammates cornerback Daryl Worley (20) and linebacker Nicholas Morrow (50) during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) celebrates his first career interception with fans during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Trayvon Mullen (27) huddles with teammates in the tunnel before the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
