The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast on Emmett Johnson

PodcastThe Show: A Statement From JJ, Favorite Picks in Rounds 1-5, and MoreCaptured August 1, 2026

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I love them at Johnson as a prospect, but traditionally rookie running max do not see high target shares.

Mentioned at 44:18 – 46:39

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Johnson's rookie status limits his third-down target share despite KC's receiving needs.

Emmitt Johnson is Kansas City's rookie running back prospect who could see third-down work, but JJ Zachariason notes that rookie running backs historically don't see high target shares. Johnson's presence is relevant for Kenneth Walker's receiving upside, though Zachariason doesn't expect Johnson to significantly cut into Walker's role.