NegativeRoleSat, August 1, 2026
Rookie Johnson flashing with second/third teams; behind Smith in depth.
Emmett JohnsonKC
Rookie running back has flashed in camp but mostly with the second and third teams. He has a weaker position in the Chiefs' starting offense compared to Brashard Smith, with the source noting lengthy pre-practice talk between Chiefs RB coach DeMarco Murray and Johnson.
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Throughout practices on Friday and Saturday, it has been clear that running back Brashard Smith has a stronger place in the Chiefs' starting offense than rookie Emmett Johnson does. Lengthy pre-practice talk between Chiefs RB coach DeMarco Murray and rookie Emmett Johnson. The rook has flashed in camp, but mostly with the 2nd and 3rd teams
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- Rookie running back has flashed in camp but mostly with the second and third teams. He has a weaker position in the Chiefs' starting offense compared to Brashard Smith, with the source noting lengthy pre-practice talk between Chiefs RB coach DeMarco Murray and Johnson.
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