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the former Nebraska star's fantasy value primarily comes as Walker's handcuff. Unfortunately, the star running back has struggled to stay healthy when given a featured workload. Therefore, Johnson will have must-start weeks this season when Walker inevitably misses time.

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Johnson's handcuff value and injury-prone starter create must-start upside.

Johnson's fantasy value primarily comes as Walker's handcuff; the star running back has struggled to stay healthy when given a featured workload, meaning Johnson will have must-start weeks this season when Walker inevitably misses time. Johnson may see enough volume to be a flex option in deeper leagues.

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