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ArticleChiefs training camp preview: Who to consider for return specialist job
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Despite not being utilized at all as a kick returner in college, Johnson might be the frontrunner to win the job in 2026. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub highlighted Johnson as a player to watch in the return game last month, saying that he was excited to see how Johnson fit in with the new kickoff rules in the NFL.

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Johnson is the frontrunner for return job; Toub excited about his fit with new rules.

Running back and frontrunner for return specialist job in 2026 despite not being utilized as kick returner in college. Specifically highlighted by Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub as a player to watch in the return game; Toub expressed excitement about how Johnson fits with new NFL kickoff rules. Tape shows great hands, excellent vision, and ability to navigate traffic and split would-be tacklers.

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