Johnson's rookie status limits his third-down target share despite KC's receiving needs.
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Emmitt Johnson is Kansas City's rookie running back prospect who could see third-down work, but JJ Zachariason notes that rookie running backs historically don't see high target shares. Johnson's presence is relevant for Kenneth Walker's receiving upside, though Zachariason doesn't expect Johnson to significantly cut into Walker's role.
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I love them at Johnson as a prospect, but traditionally rookie running max do not see high target shares.
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- Emmitt Johnson is Kansas City's rookie running back prospect who could see third-down work, but JJ Zachariason notes that rookie running backs historically don't see high target shares. Johnson's presence is relevant for Kenneth Walker's receiving upside, though Zachariason doesn't expect Johnson to significantly cut into Walker's role.
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