Chiefs (at Seahawks): Rashee Rice was inactive Personnel on dropbacks: 11 at 53%, 12 at 42%, 13 at 6% Went 12P more than usual (probably bc they don’t trust their WRs) RBs: Kenneth Walker III: 86% opp share, 100% rush att share, 56% route share, 25% TPRR, 1.05 YPRR, 75% of 2min RB snaps, 27% 3rd down snap share Bad matchup and the O struggled - he’s still 1.02 for me Emmett Johnson: 14% opp share, 0% rush att share, 33% route share, 25% of 2min RB snaps, 73% 3rd down snap share Priority handc...

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NegativeUsageOct 25, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Johnson was targeted twice in the fourth quarter, gaining 12 yards on a reception before an offensive-holding penalty and adding three yards on another reception, showing limited offensive impact in the game.

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NegativeRoleOct 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back for the Kansas City Chiefs; appeared in preseason action against the Seattle Seahawks on August 28, 2026.

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NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson recorded 3 rushing attempts for 15 yards and 2 receptions for 8 yards in the simulation, contributing minimally to the Chiefs' offensive output.

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NegativeProjectionOct 23, 2026Arrowhead Pride

In Madden simulation, Johnson recorded 3 rushing attempts for 15 yards and 2 receptions for 8 yards as a reserve running back in the Chiefs' offense.

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PositiveSleeperOct 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source identifies Emmett Johnson as a potential league-winning stash off the waiver wire, suggesting significant upside for a player available on waivers.

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PositiveValueOct 21, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Ranked 29th among running backs in the source's Week 7 trade value chart with a value of 121, indicating mid-tier trade asset status.

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PositiveUsageOct 21, 2026Battle Red Blog

Johnson has been a good change of pace back behind Kenneth Walker III with 19 carries for 62 yards and seven catches for 92 yards; the source describes him as a 'my guy' from the draft class and notes his pass-catching ability would be impactful for Houston, especially with David Montgomery out.

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NegativeRoleOct 20, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Ranked RB46 at SEA on SNF; has flashed with his opportunities, but the rookie is still averaging just five touches per game.

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NegativeRoleOct 20, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Ranked RB46 at SEA on SNF. Has flashed with his opportunities but rookie is still averaging just five touches per game. Listed as sub-10% rostered handcuff.

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PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Johnson carried 3 times for 6 yards and caught 2 of 3 for 18 yards (10.0%/9.1%, up from 6.3% in Week 4) with a snap share of 18 of 61 (30%, up from 27% in Week 4). The source identifies him as a high-end Walker handcuff.

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PositiveValueOct 20, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Available in 70% of leagues but should be rostered in way more; most valuable handcuff in fantasy with league-winning upside if Ken Walker goes down. Walker has dealt with injury issues every year of his career and has never carried this large a load before. Johnson has looked explosive in limited sample size and the Chiefs organization has been talking very highly of him. If Walker goes down, Johnson becomes a potential workhorse RB2 or even RB1 for rest of season in an exciting Chiefs offense.

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NegativeValueOct 20, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Trade value declined 0.2 points to 15.9 in Week 7, showing minimal downward pressure on the running back's market valuation.

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PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Emmett Johnson takes the top handcuff spot as the only running back besides Kenneth Walker III with a touch for Kansas City this season; with the Chiefs on their bye, Johnson could see meaningful reps later in the season to keep Walker fresh.

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PositiveSleeperOct 20, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Johnson is identified as a high-upside handcuff to Kenneth Walker. The source lists him as a running back handcuff worth rostering, suggesting he has significant upside if the starter misses time.

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NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026Footballguys

Emmett Johnson saw limited usage in Week 6 with 3 carries and 3 targets, backing up Ken Walker III in the Chiefs backfield.

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NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Got the final two RB opportunities in a blowout game, suggesting limited role in the Chiefs' backfield hierarchy.

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Chiefs (vs Chargers): Rashee Rice was out and Tyquan Thornton is on IR (ankle) RBs: Kenneth Walker III: 81% opp share, 44% route share, 100% of i10 rush att, 50% of 2min RB snaps, 50% 3rd down snap share It's time to move him up to 1.02 given the offense Emmett Johnson: 19% opp share, 22% route share, 50% of 2min RB snaps, 50% 3rd down snap share Priority handcuff WR/TEs (32 dropbacks): Xavier Worthy: 91% route share, 24% TPRR, 2.52 YPRR, 4.7 aDOT, 28% slot Without Rashee (and Kelce missed so...

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NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Listed as a flex option with 23% rostered; available as a waiver-wire pickup for Week 7 play.

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NegativeValueOct 19, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Johnson is listed as a one-injury-away backup RB to stash, currently 23% rostered.

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PositiveSleeperOct 19, 2026FantasyPros Articles

The Chiefs rookie is a dual run-catch threat who would inherit a big workload in a top offense if anything happened to Kenneth Walker III. Johnson is rostered in only 23% of Yahoo leagues, making him an underowned handcuff with significant upside in one of the league's best offenses.

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NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026FFin60

Handled 84% of third-down snaps for Kansas City, establishing a clear passing-down role behind Kenneth Walker III.

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NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie running back Emmett Johnson was expected to spell Kenneth Walker after the bye week to keep the lead back fresh, but this did not materialize; Walker instead took the full workload again, suggesting Johnson has not yet earned significant touches in the Chiefs' run-dominant offense.

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PositiveBreakoutOct 18, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Looks like he's being shot out of a cannon every time he gets the ball; source views him as talented with clear breakout potential.

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NegativeRoleOct 17, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Emmett Johnson received votes in the poll as a preferred option for increased playing time over Cyrus Allen, with community members noting he already carries some offensive load expectations; however, some fans prioritize reducing Kenneth Walker's touches over expanding Johnson's role.

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PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Johnson could be an interesting play if Barkley is active; Christian Mccaffrey likes the spot for him to get more involved in the backfield, positioning him as a preferred option over Pierce in a three-way committee.

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NegativeValueOct 17, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Handcuff option available on waivers; value is contingent on Ken Walker injury; Christian Mccaffrey notes this is a good time to pick him up coming off the bye to evaluate the team's plan for implementation, though Charbonnet is the preferred hold in this scenario.

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PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Fifth-round pick has earned praise from the Chiefs since training camp and has executed everything asked of him well. Currently limited to 16 rushes for 56 yards and 5 receptions for 74 yards through six weeks due to Kenneth Walker III's strong performance. Athlon Sports projects a bold prediction that Johnson sees his largest workload in Week 6 vs. the Chargers, suggesting the Chiefs have hinted at an expanded role coming for the rookie.

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PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fifth-round rookie running back Emmett Johnson has impressed the Chiefs since training camp and has done everything the team asked. Despite limited production with 16 rushes for 56 yards and five receptions for 74 yards, the Chiefs have hinted that a larger role was coming for Johnson, though it hasn't materialized yet.

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NegativeValueOct 17, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Emmett Johnson is mentioned as a potential asset to acquire in dynasty trades when rebuilding; he's listed among players like Nicholas Singleton and Jacoby Lane as reasonable complementary pieces to add to a deal for a premium running back like Jaylen Warren to balance the trade value.

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