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ArticleAP Chiefs Mailbag: Will the real Kansas City defense please stand up?September 22, 2026

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Rookie Emmett Johnson took one kickoff Sunday night.

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Johnson got one kickoff return in Week 2; competing with Smith for return duties.

Rookie Emmett Johnson took one kickoff Sunday night in Week 2; both Johnson and Brashard Smith appear to have more juice than Remigio as return options, though the source cautions against using both backup running backs as the return tandem because of injury risk.

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Rookie Emmett Johnson saw limited return duty; more explosive than Remigio.

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Johnson elevated to Tier 1; only KC backup with touches besides Walker.

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Johnson's vision and contact balance make him a complementary piece to elevate Walker's rushing attack.

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Johnson's elite contact balance pairs with Walker to form elite Chiefs rushing duo.

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Johnson's talent makes him a surefire starter if Walker misses time.

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Every Emmett Johnson touch through two weeks 14 touches 103 yards positive yardage on every play

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