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ArticleKansas City Chiefs rosterAugust 4, 2026

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Signed (3/12) running back Emari Demercado

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Emari Demercado signed on 3/12 as a running back.

Signed on 3/12 as a running back, adding depth to the Chiefs' backfield.

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Demercado projected as the Chiefs' pass-down back for 2026.

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Demercado locked in as the Chiefs' pass-down back.

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Demarcado securing third-down role with Chiefs via pass protection specialization.

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Demarcado has inside track to third-down role; Reid praises pass protection and experience.

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Demercado could complicate Johnson's KC lead-back path despite weak metrics.

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Demercado at risk of losing No. 2 back role to rookie Johnson.

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