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Best one-injury away backup RBs to stash: Emmett Johnson (27% rostered)

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Johnson is top one-injury-away backup RB to stash at 27% rostered.

Emmett Johnson is listed as one of the best one-injury-away backup running backs to stash, rostered in 27% of leagues, indicating he has significant upside if the Chiefs' starter gets injured.

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Johnson's elite vision and contact balance create dangerous one-two punch with Walker.

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Johnson's elite vision and contact balance make him nearly as dangerous as Walker in the run game.

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Emmett Johnson emerging as elite handcuff with strong relief production.

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Johnson emerges as one of league's most valuable handcuffs to Walker.

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Rookie Johnson shines on 4 touches with physical, evasive running style.

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Backup RB to Kenneth Walker III; described as 'must stash for all K9 owners' and 'premier handcuff in fantasy.' Multiple comments emphasize rostering...

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